Definition of Contend

to argue or challenge

Examples of Contend in a sentence

To obtain custody of her children in the divorce, Bridgett will contend her husband is an abusive man.  🔊

Many of the politicians who are opposing the bill contend it will harm the middle class.  🔊

If you argue with Janet, she will always contend you are in the wrong.  🔊

The environmentalists contend the marine ecosystem is being destroyed at an alarming rate because of human pollution.  🔊

After the call was made against his team, the coach tried to contend with the stubborn referee.  🔊

The parent watch groups contend the show should be taken off the air because it encourages children to use drugs.  🔊

During the trial, the defense attorney will contend his client is innocent because he was out of state when the murder was committed.  🔊

Opponents of the highway project contend it will bring more crime to the neighboring towns.  🔊

According to the news, the singers’ lawyer will contend in court that their music label owes them millions of dollars in royalty payments.  🔊

The politician who lost the election will contend his loss occurred because a number of absentee ballots were accidentally destroyed.  🔊

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