contenders
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But they are the first since the start of the campaign to directly target contenders for the Elysee.
From Barron's ● Aug. 18, 2026
Of the 10 contenders, four are considered to have a real shot at the nomination.
From Slate ● Aug. 11, 2026
While he declined to endorse a candidate, Sarwar warned the contenders and their teams against infighting as the race becomes more embittered.
From BBC ● Aug. 9, 2026
The reserve for the WNBA’s Indiana Fever comes off the bench for the latter-day contenders, spelling for star Caitlin Clark and averaging a respectable eight points per game.
From Salon ● Aug. 9, 2026
And the varsity girls are contenders almost every year.
From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen
