challenger
Example Sentences
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Perhaps that could happen again if an anti AI slop challenger makes a move.
From BBC
But an indefatigable Volkanovski's agility and relentless striking eventually wore down his flagging challenger, who was unable to land a knockout in the final round.
From Barron's
But cheers of "there's only one Josh Kelly" seemed to give the challenger a second wind and he ended the contest on the front foot with flashy work.
From BBC
Burrows publicly called for a contest but the one potential challenger, outgoing deputy leader Robbie Butler, decided against standing.
From BBC
Her father, a former Los Angeles Unified schools superintendent, is among the challengers seeking to unseat Mayor Karen Bass in the June 2 primary.
From Los Angeles Times
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