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To contend in this phrase means to propose or argue for a particular proposition. Thus the question "Do you contend that the earth is banana-shaped?" means "Are you telling us that the world is banana-shaped?" or "Are you trying to prove to us that the world is banana-shaped?"
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 9y agoThe noun forms of the verb 'contend' are contender, contention, and the gerund, contending.
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∙ 11y agoto deal with; to oppose: The next boxer I'll have to contend with was formerly a champ.
To hold an opinion: I contend that his opinion is not based upon research.
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∙ 11y agoRecontend.
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