contender
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She has long been viewed as a top contender for the executive job.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 9, 2026
Frequently floated as a 2028 contender, Ossoff adopted a fighter’s stance at his campaign events.
From Salon ● Nov. 4, 2026
He believes he was a strong contender to take over the Wales job from Warren Gatland when the New Zealander ended his first stint with the country in 2019.
From BBC ● Nov. 2, 2026
Running for reelection in Georgia and widely considered a 2028 presidential contender, the lawmaker with rolled-up shirt sleeves and a youthful vibe has drawn comparisons to the 65-year-old former president.
From Barron's ● Oct. 29, 2026
He’d set his sights on trying out for the Cleveland Browns—not as a player, but rather as a contender for the role of a wide-eyed, gape-mouthed faux animal named Chomps.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
Securing 17% of the public vote, it was named ultimate game of the year ahead of other contenders Phantom Blade Zero, Crimson Desert, Control Resonant and The Blood of Dawnwalker.
From BBC ● Nov. 12, 2026
The road game in San Antonio figures to be a marquee showdown between Western Conference title contenders.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 12, 2026
Separate panels of football experts will provide the shortlist of contenders for Men's Footballer of the Year and Women's Footballer of the Year.
From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2026
Talks with Willkie fell apart late last Thursday, and there were no other contenders.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026
While Bobby had no hope of placing among the top contenders, he was eager to continue his winning streak, aware that the opportunity to compete against stronger players would sharpen his game.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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