to try to be more successful than someone or something else
It's difficult for a small shop to compete against/with the big supermarkets.
Both girls compete for their father's attention.
Turn the music down - I'm not competing against/with that noise (= I can't/won't try to speak louder than that music)!
Sarah decided to compete in the marathon to challenge herself and test her endurance.
The two companies will compete fiercely for the lucrative contract to supply the latest technology.
As a competitive swimmer, Mark always seeks new opportunities to compete in regional and national competitions.
It's important to compete fairly and ethically, ensuring a level playing field for all participants in the competition.
