1. A competition or race where participants intentionally move slowly, or a competition characterized by slow pace and gradual progression
The slow contest required participants to walk the shortest distance possible while maintaining constant motion.
A competição lenta exigia que os participantes caminhassem a menor distância possível mantendo movimento constante.
2. A prolonged competitive struggle or battle of wills that develops gradually over time
The slow contest between the two companies lasted for years as they gradually gained market share.
A competição lenta entre as duas empresas durou anos enquanto ganhavam gradualmente participação de mercado.