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contention

/kənˈtɛnʃən/noun · B1
PRIMARY MEANING

iddia

A point maintained in an argument, or a line of argument taken in its support; the subject matter of discussion of strife; a position taken or contended for.

iddiacontention

B1
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It is my contention that state lotteries are taxes on stupid people.Bu örnekte “contention”, “iddia” anlamında kullanılır.
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