Contend
Contend verb - To engage in a contest.
Hypothecate and contend are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Hypothecate" instead a verb "Contend".
Hypothecate
Hypothecate verb - To take as true or as a fact without actual proof.
Usage example: even before a single vote had been cast, media pundits were hypothecating that the former senator would be the party's nominee
Contend and hypothecate are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Contend" instead a verb "Hypothecate".
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