Contend You Not

[tectak]

Tom7 where did the other six go.


I still do not see how to fight (contend) is the same as acceptance (tolerate). fight=acceptance? Nope, just don't see it.

Sorry,I am not trying to be argumentative, but the words seem to be close to antonyms, more than synonyms.

Dale

I may have to give in graciously to your argument save for the logic of your last statement which omits a boolean NOT . Do NOT contend=put up with ( though without acceptance). Contend seems to have more energy in your use than in mine.
"...she had to make dinner whilst contending with the constand crying of the infant..."
"... by sailing on the tide he had to contend with nothing more than a light onshore breeze..."
... but as I began, I shall end. I believe ( Dylan) you are right in your world, and I am right in mine...but you are righter
I still do not like the word or its placement...and "do not contend with" is of dubious meaning.
Example
Do not fight with a penguin...use a sword, it stays sharper longer.
Best,
Tom