词汇 | contend |
释义 | contend 1 ENTRIES FOUND: contend (verb) contend /kənˈtɛnd/ verb contends; contended; contending contend /kənˈtɛnd/ verb contends; contended; contending Learner's definition of CONTEND 1 [+ object] : to argue or state (something) in a strong and definite way主张;声称;认为 These people contend that they have earned the right to the land.这些人声称他们已经获得这片土地的所有权。 She contends [=maintains, asserts] the new law will only benefit the wealthy.她认为这条新颁布的法律只会让富人受益。 2 [no object] : to compete with someone or for something竞争;争夺 A number of groups are contending (with each other) for power in the new government.几个集团正(相互)争夺着在新政府中的权力。 : to compete with a good chance of winning很可能赢得 The team is expected to contend for the championship this year.这个队今年有望赢得锦标赛冠军。 contend with [phrasal verb] contend with (something) : to deal with (something difficult or unpleasant)处理(问题);应付(困境) Customers should not have to contend with the problems caused by these delays.因延误造成的问题,不应该要求顾客来解决。 He's had a lot to contend with recently. [=he's had many problems to deal with]最近他有许多问题要处理。 |
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