contend for

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Newsom was just one of dozens of American legislators and governors in attendance – including some Democrats, like the Californian, who may contend for their party's 2028 presidential nomination.

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026

With the Academy's overseas voter base rapidly expanding, "Sentimental Value" is one of a trio of non-English-language films that could contend for best picture.

From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026

In February, both Fuerza Regida and Grupo Frontera will contend for their first Grammy Award in the música mexicana album category, for their joint 2024 EP, “Mala Mía.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026

Back in August, after the Dutch Grand Prix, Verstappen seemed more likely to trade in his car for a bicycle than to contend for the world championship.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 1, 2025

Should he let Boobie play— even if it meant the risk of further injury—because it was the only way he could still contend for a major-college scholarship?

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger