1.   But true or not, the contest brought visions of wholesale slaughter.

2.   Not all contests of one-upmanship bring such big scores.

3.   The contests bring in more customers, generate revenue, and, when the wind is right, create a buzz about the company.

4.   The lively presidential contests brought voters out to the polls in record numbers Tuesday.

5.   The national contest brings together community champions from around the country.

6.   Despite the huge audiences, the contest seldom brings lasting fame.

7.   The prestigious annual contest brings together top performers of calypso, a unique homegrown musical form of British, French and African influences that is frequently accompanied by steeldrums.