vie for

vie for (something)

To struggle, fight, or compete in order to attain something. The two candidates are so close in the polls that both are vying for any kind of advantage they can find. It's nearly impossible to sit down for a meal with a friend without having the kids vie for your attention the whole time. The region has fallen into disarray as multiple factions vie for power.
See also: vie
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

vie for

v.
To contend with another or others to attain some goal, such as a victory in a contest: The top three students in the class vied for the title of valedictorian.
See also: vie
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • vie for (something)
  • vie over (something)
  • vying
  • get one up on (someone or something)
  • play (all) the angles
  • contend with (someone or something) for (something)
  • get a (good/solid/sound/etc.) grasp of/on (something)
  • get a say (in something)
  • get a voice (in something)
  • Many are called but few are chosen
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U.S. Cosmetics & Miyoshi Kasei unveil Powder La Vie
additional VIE for the purpose of identifying the victim.
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We now introduce a VIE for Japan, where Japan increases its imports from OA to OM.
An analysis of import expansion policies
Some Kalenjin elders and youths met in Eldoret and endorsed Baringo Senator Gideon Moi to vie for President in 2022.
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