contender

Example Sentences

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As we jog across Main Street, I test out question contenders inside my head.

From Literature

One of the other contenders for Iran's new supreme leader had been a candidate with different revolutionary credentials.

From BBC

Buoyed by four recent wins over struggling teams, the Lakers are still searching for a statement victory to announce themselves as legitimate contenders in the crowded Western Conference.

From Los Angeles Times

Some media reports have portrayed Khamenei’s son, Mojtaba, as a top contender, even though he lacks the status of a senior cleric.

From Salon

At the time, Van der Woude was a prized member of USA Water Poloʼs national youth team, a designated mentor for younger players and a strong future contender for the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times