Contend Crossword Clue

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Contend Crossword Answer

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COPE

(4 letters)

HOLD

(4 letters)

ASSERT

(6 letters)

AVER

(4 letters)

Helpful Hints

(verb)
1. compete for something; engage in a contest; measure oneself against others

Hint 2: Clue Definition

CONTEND (verb)
1. be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight
2. have an argument about something

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

COPE
(4 letters)
HOLD
(4 letters)
ASSERT
(6 letters)
AVER
(4 letters)

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