contest
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That hasn't happened yet - and there is also the possibility Burnham finds a seat to contest and is selected as the candidate, but loses.
From BBC • May 10, 2026
Contra all the stifled yawns and thinly veiled condescension, the contest — now in its final stretch — is the most compelling California gubernatorial campaign in decades.
From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026
Thirdly, there is anxiety among the many, many Labour MPs keeping their heads down and who really don't want the Prime Minister to leave right now, nor for there to be a leadership contest.
From BBC • May 10, 2026
In Harris’ absence, the sprawling field of candidates has been a good and healthy thing, yielding the most competitive California gubernatorial contest in a quarter century.
From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026
It was the afternoon before the fishing contest and it looked like rain.
From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn
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