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How to pronounce contending in American English
“contending” pronunciation by American speakers
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“contending” in real sentences — American speakers
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Obviously, there are contending forces at play.
CDC
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that were contending with us as this briefing demonstrates and uh...
The Obama White House
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other campus groups a group of students filed suit contending the school effectively discriminated against them
Dept of Justice
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