Contend
/kəˈntɛnd/
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Definition
(verb) To be in opposition; to contest; to dispute; to vie; to quarrel; to fight.
Sentence Examples
Besides those serious problems, he had to contend with all sorts of people.
He had to contend against physical suffering.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Besides those serious problems, he had to ____ with all sorts of people.