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Dictionary definition for: Contention

1. (n) a point asserted as part of an argument

2. (n) a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement; "they were involved in a violent argument"

3. (n) the act of competing as for profit or a prize; "the teams were in fierce contention for first place"

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