"Contended" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
The word "contended" is a verb that means to argue or dispute something formally, often in a court of law. It can also mean to insist or maintain something firmly, or to claim or assert something as one's right.
For example:
The lawyer contended that his client was innocent.
She contended that the proposal was unfair.
He contended that he was the rightful owner of the property.