as in competing
to engage in a contest
vied with his colleagues for the coveted promotion
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Recent Examples of vying
In a season filled with statement accessories vying for attention, red shoes have quietly — and stylishly — pulled ahead.
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Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
23 June 2026
In the 7th Congressional District, Mamdani is backing Assemblywoman Claire Valdez, who is vying to take over retiring Congresswoman Nydia Velazquez's seat.
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Christina Fan,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
Twelfth Congressional District Primary In New York’s Twelfth District, a crowded field is vying to replace the longtime incumbent, Jerry Nadler, who plans to retire at the end of his current term.
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The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
23 June 2026
There’s no doubt there will be a deluge of loyal customers vying to cash in on their oldest savings keepsake.
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Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
23 June 2026
Two political newcomers, Liban Mohamed and Michael Farrell, also are vying for the seat.
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ABC News,
23 June 2026
Bores is one of eight candidates vying for the seat.
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Emily Wilkins,
CNBC,
23 June 2026
Aparna Raj, Rashida Brown, Jackie Reyes-Yanes, Terry Lynch and Miguel Trindade Deramo are all vying for the Ward 1 seat.
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Mike Stunson,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
This year, the guide draws attention to women vying for consideration in this category.
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Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
16 June 2026
Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
23 June 2026
In the 7th Congressional District, Mamdani is backing Assemblywoman Claire Valdez, who is vying to take over retiring Congresswoman Nydia Velazquez's seat.
—
Christina Fan,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
Twelfth Congressional District Primary In New York’s Twelfth District, a crowded field is vying to replace the longtime incumbent, Jerry Nadler, who plans to retire at the end of his current term.
—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
23 June 2026
There’s no doubt there will be a deluge of loyal customers vying to cash in on their oldest savings keepsake.
—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
23 June 2026
Two political newcomers, Liban Mohamed and Michael Farrell, also are vying for the seat.
—
ABC News,
23 June 2026
Bores is one of eight candidates vying for the seat.
—
Emily Wilkins,
CNBC,
23 June 2026
Aparna Raj, Rashida Brown, Jackie Reyes-Yanes, Terry Lynch and Miguel Trindade Deramo are all vying for the Ward 1 seat.
—
Mike Stunson,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
This year, the guide draws attention to women vying for consideration in this category.
—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
16 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vying
competing
Verb
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Louicius Deedson — the only player from Atlanta competing in this World Cup — was coming home.
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Collectors are competing for works with scarcity, exceptional provenance, and a clear place in art history.
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“Vying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vying. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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