Thesaurus results for VIE

vie

verb

ˈvī

Definition of vie next

as in to compete

to engage in a contest vied with his colleagues for the coveted promotion

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Recent Examples of vie After 25 years, Leatherman reset it so former winners were allowed back in the mix to vie for the title. —

Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 May 2026 The monologue was interrupted by celebrity friends like Bryan Cranston, Paul Rudd, and Tim Meadows, who all vied to be Colbert’s last guest. —

Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 22 May 2026 At least five Black Democrats are also vying for the seat. —

Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 22 May 2026 However, even as fewer Democrats vying for House and Senate focus their bids around the issue, lawmakers running for reelection or seeking higher office say their message on the topic hasn't changed. —

Elena Moore, NPR, 22 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for vie

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And before this win, Rai was expecting to have to compete on the PGA Tour’s fall schedule to work his way up the FedEx Cup rankings.

— Gabby Herzig, New York Times, 18 May 2026
The program also ensured any female athlete who finished one spot out of qualifying for the state finals in events that included a trans competitor, to compete for the title as well.

— Jackson Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 17 May 2026