nounfemininepl: contendas
dispute, quarrel, controversy
1. A heated argument or disagreement between people or groups
The two neighbors had a bitter contenda over the property line.
Os dois vizinhos tiveram uma contenda amarga sobre o limite da propriedade.
2. A competition or contest, especially one involving conflict
The political contenda between the candidates was intense.
A contenda política entre os candidatos foi intensa.
3. A subject of debate or dispute
The main contenda at the meeting was the budget allocation.
A principal contenda na reunião foi a alocação do orçamento.
Related Idioms & Phrases
estar em contenda com alguém (to be in dispute with someone)
contenda sem fim (endless dispute)
pôr termo a uma contenda (to end a dispute)
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