be a candidate

Example Sentences

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While he has years of experience in several cabinets, few expected the current deputy prime minister to be a candidate for the top job, according to Danish media.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

When his interim position was announced a year ago and the presidential search was launched, Kim, who replaced outgoing President Carol Folt, was not considered to be a candidate for the job.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026

“We believe that deserves to be a candidate for your feed,” she said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 7, 2026

"Neither I nor any member of this transition will be a candidate for anything... As soldiers, we value our word very much," he said at the time.

From BBC • Dec. 30, 2025

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

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black