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compete

verb/kõˈpɛtɨ/high

com·pe·te

Definition

To take part in a competition or contest; to strive against others for an objective or prize.
She will compete in the marathon next month.
Small businesses must compete with large corporations.
Common collocations
compete with someonecompete for a prizecompete on equal termscompete internationally

Etymology

Do latim 'competere' (convergir, corresponder, ser adequado).

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