contested
/kənˈtɛstɪd/
adjective
- Disputed or argued about; not agreed upon.
- In the contested match, the referee's decision caused a lot of debate.
- The ownership of the land remains a contested issue between the two families.
- The election results were highly contested, with both sides claiming victory.
- Involving a competition where the outcome is not certain.
- The award is one of the most contested prizes in the film industry.
- The championship was a fiercely contested battle between the top two teams.
- It was a contested race, with three candidates all having a real chance to win.
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- Past tense of contest: to dispute or challenge something, or to compete for something.
- She contested the referee's call, arguing that she had not fouled the other player.
- Several athletes contested the gold medal in the 100-meter dash.
- The lawyer contested the will, claiming it was signed under pressure.