be a candidate

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Another former Spurs manager, Mauricio Pochettino, was said to be a candidate to permanently replace Frank, but his contract with the United States men's national team does not expire until after this summer's World Cup.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

However, the French presidential election will be held in April of next year, and Macron won’t be a candidate, since he has already served two consecutive terms.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 18, 2026

Because whoever plays in that “Monday Night Football” slot — it’s staying Rams-Falcons — won’t be a candidate for a Saturday game in the final weekend.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 20, 2025

He wants to be a candidate at the next Holyrood election.

From BBC • Dec. 6, 2025

I will not be a candidate, and I will not be chosen.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black