contenders

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Canada, Mexico and the U.K. are prime destinations for Americans looking to move out of the U.S., with Australia and Germany also strong contenders.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

John Tortorella took over a floundering team with eight games left in the season and turned the Golden Knights into title contenders.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

She owns property in various US states and has sung about London, New York City and Nashville, throwing those cities in as contenders.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

In California, the state's "jungle primary" system picks the two contenders with the most votes to proceed to the general election regardless of party affiliation.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Both Aly and I were in the same group as the top contenders from Russia, China, and Brazil.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles