as in contestant
one who strives for the same thing as another
two universities that are long-standing corrivals for the title of best in the nation
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The former Miss Universe 2023 contestant recently joined Almost Honest podcast host and Miss International 2016, Kylie Verzosa, to talk about their hopes for the future of the Miss Universe pageant and why they’ve been disappointed with it as of late.—
Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 10 Jan. 2026
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Unlike previous iterations of Fear Factor, which featured new contestants in every episode, House of Fear will corral its 14 contestants under the same roof, Big Brother-style.—
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Bannock plan pivots to condos Ahlquist is taking a different approach to downtown living than many competitors.—
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The xAI safety team, already small compared to its competitors, lost several staffers in the weeks leading up to the controversy.—
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Injuries, trade speculation, poor performances — the Devils were expected to return to Stanley Cup contender status this season and instead began Thursday morning in 13th place in the East, one spot in front of Ottawa.—
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Instead, Chiprut recommends opting for a countertop material that will patina nicely over time, citing marble and soapstone as two of her top contenders.—
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But the Comets responded to the disappointment of suddenly going down 8-5 to their biggest rival.—
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Evans played Alexis’ rival, Krystle Carrington, on Dynasty.—
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“Corrival.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/corrival. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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