Sentence examples for contention after from inspiring English sources

He had battled into contention after an opening-round 73.

His holidays there became a point of contention after the terrorist attacks of September 11th 2001.

It is Strindberg's contention, after all, that hell is nothing more than life on earth.

The defending champion JB Holmes is also well in contention after a three-under-par 69.

Venus methodically worked her way back into contention after her ponderous start.

Nottingham Forest remain in contention after 1-0 win at Hartlepool.

Following months of contention after the 2010 elections, Maliki formed a government in Baghdad, scoring a victory for Tehran.

One of the teams Manning eliminated from contention after a meeting — the Miami Dolphins — hosted quarterback Matt Flynn on Saturday.

The allegations of racism became a widespread point of contention after the shooting, fueling protests throughout the country.

Winger Jesus Navas is in contention after being rested in midweek due to a minor knee problem.

The Panthers (6-9) were officially eliminated from playoff contention after making the Super Bowl last season.