Hanapin
to contend
01
makipag-laban, manguna
to compete actively or fight against others for a goal or victory
Intransitive: to contend for a prize
02
magtanggol, magsalungat
to argue the truth of something
Transitive: to contend that
03
makipagtalo, magpahayag ng saloobin
to engage in a debate or argument by presenting opposing views
Intransitive
04
magtalo, magdebate
to argue or dispute about something
Transitive: to contend sth
05
makipaglaban, magsiklab
to engage in a struggle, conflict, or battle
Intransitive: to contend
contend
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contender
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contender
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Halimbawa
The scientists contended over the validity of the research findings.
The politician contended that economic reforms would lead to greater prosperity for all citizens.
Materialistic monism contends that everything in the universe is ultimately composed of physical matter.
Rival gangs in the city often contend over territory, leading to conflicts and confrontations.
She contends that the new policy will negatively impact small businesses.
