contend

动词

1. 1

   主张、声称、辩称正式

   The lawyer contended that the evidence had been obtained illegally.

   律师主张这项证据是非法取得的。

2. 2

   竞争、争夺

   Four teams are contending for the final spot in the tournament.

   有四支队伍正在争夺赛事的最后一个名额。

3. 3

   抗争、对抗、搏斗

   Local farmers have contended against the new water policy for years.

   当地农民多年来一直在对抗新的用水政策。

片语动词

1. 1

   应付、处理、面对

   Nurses have to contend with long shifts and constant pressure.

   护理师必须应付长时间的班表和持续的压力。

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