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vie

verb

ˈvī

Definition of vie

as in to compete

to engage in a contest vied with his colleagues for the coveted promotion

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Recent Examples of vie Under coach Sean McVay, the Rams’ final preseason games routinely are showcases for players vying for spots on the practice squad, not the roster. — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026 Residents also praised Gómez, including real estate investor Gonzalo Sanabria, who is vying to take over the Group V seat from Commissioner Ariel Fernandez, who plans to step down and not seek reelection once his term ends. — Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 26 Aug. 2026 McCarthy is vying for the backup quarterback job with veteran Carson Wentz. — Alec Lewis, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026 Pericola and Strada are vying to represent Congressional District 11, which takes in most of Lake County, as well as part of west Orange County and all of Sumter County. — Annie Martin, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for vie

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If Woltemade leaves then Wissa, Joe Willock, who is set to stay, and Jacob Ramsey are the obvious candidates to compete to play there.

— Chris Waugh, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026
The series will see 16 people compete head-to-head for a $250,000 cash prize.

— Peter White, Deadline, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of compete

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In reality, Loesby contends, many struggles reflect predictable structural mismatches — a lawyer who prefers depth and analysis struggling in a role that rewards constant responsiveness, or one who thrives on collaboration disengaging in isolation.

— Malana VanTyler, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
The states also contend that requiring them to identify mail voters to USPS violates federal privacy protections governing records of individuals’ First Amendment activity.

— Luke Fountain, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2026

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