vying

[ vahy-ing ]

adjective

1. competing; contending:

   All vying swimmers come to the judge's desk.

verb

1. present participle of vie.

vying

/ ˈvaɪɪŋ /

verb

1. the present participle of vie

adjective

1. competing

   two vying patriarchs

Other Words From

• vying·ly adverb
• un·vying adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of vying¹

vie + -ing ²

Example Sentences

The last-minute withdrawal means South Africa will not be represented at the 73rd Miss Universe pageant, where Ms Le Roux was among 120 beauty queens vying for the coveted title.

From BBC

Disagreements between the self-fashioned libertarians, neoconservatives and nationalists previewed the factions vying for power within the Republican Party, factions which stand to come to the forefront in his next term.

From Salon

It was the first Oscar ceremony where more than one Black performer was vying for the lead actor trophy.

From Los Angeles Times

Although 12 hopefuls are vying for the presidency, only two have a realistic chance of winning.

From BBC

He is part of the transition team and the one-time presidential candidate is vying for a role with influence over health policy.

From BBC

Related Words

• aggressive
• ambitious
• competing
• cutthroat