contender

Example Sentences

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Wyatt, 34, was also a strong medal contender coming into the Games but has struggled on the technical Cortina track and a podium-finish already seems like a tough ask.

From BBC

Just months earlier, he had won a first skeleton World Cup gold and was a genuine medal contender.

From BBC

Two-thirds of those winners were challengers, the analysis shows, and more than half were women, including many first-time contenders.

From Salon

The 35-year-old is a strong contender in the supporting actress category for her performance in One Battle After Another.

From BBC

The Women's Asian Cup kicks off on March 1 with Japan, North Korea and hosts Australia chief among the title contenders.

From Barron's