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Legal proceedings
Topics in dispute, or up for debate
Plural for an assertion, especially one maintained in an argument
“In view of their Lordships, however, such a contention is not maintainable.”
Plural for a state of disagreement or argument
“The question about veneration and worship of manuscripts has historically been a point of contention in some sectarian Jain debates.”
Plural for a direct confrontation or competition between (usually two) teams or groups
“Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United may be in a heated contention for the title, but off the pitch, their star players are competing as well. Did you see what they were up to?”
Plural for a statement or theory that is put forward as a premise to be maintained or proved
Plural for state of being impervious, immune to, or blocking an external influence or harm
Plural for a reason or set of reasons given in support of an idea, action or theory
Plural for the state of being a candidate (for a role or position)
Plural for an actual event, situation, or fact
Plural for the action of presenting a proposal, application, or other document for consideration or judgment
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