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Definition contend with in British English

contend with phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to have to deal with problems or difficulties, especially in order to achieve something

Example

They had to contend with winds of over 40 miles an hour.

Example

I've got quite enough to contend with bringing up three kids.

Definition contend with in British English