contender

Example Sentences

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"There's no real contender, no crown prince within the party, so the current situation will increase internal power struggles," suggested Christine Cordsen, political analyst at public broadcaster DR.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

Despite the high rankings of the two fighters, the UFC have not officially branded it a number one contender bout for the championship, which is held by Australia's Alexander Volkanovski.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

Now, with a roster quickly overhauled via the transfer portal, Michigan is a strong contender to cut down the nets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

Another contender, former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, overlaps with Villaraigosa when it comes to biographical details: Both are from the L.A. area, Latino and relatively close in age.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026

You have to start by wanting to be a contender.

From "The Contender" by Robert Lipsyte