godan verb (-u), intransitive verb
Used when people or groups strive against each other for a prize, position, or advantage. Often with を marking the thing competed for.
選手たちは金メダルを争った。
The athletes competed for the gold medal.
二つの会社が市
The two companies are vying for market share.
godan verb (-u), intransitive verb
Used for verbal conflict, disagreement, or heated debate. Can be between individuals or groups.
彼らは遺産のことで争っている。
They are quarreling over the inheritance.
その問題について学者たちが争った。
Scholars disputed the issue.
godan verb (-u), intransitive verb
Almost always used in the negative form 争えない, meaning 'undeniable' or 'indisputable'. Refers to facts or evidence that cannot be argued against.
See also: 争えない
彼の才能は争えない事実だ。
His talent is an indisputable fact.
この証拠は争えない。
This evidence cannot be denied.