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At the time of the meeting in summer 2022, China-sceptic Tugendhat was seen as a possible contender to succeed Boris Johnson, or become UK foreign secretary.

From BBC ● Nov. 11, 2026

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

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

The road game in San Antonio figures to be a marquee showdown between Western Conference title contenders.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 12, 2026

And Barrera acknowledged that CTA independent spending in the primary had pushed him to the front of a crowded field of competitive Democratic contenders.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 4, 2026

It removes a significant roadblock in the AFC and opens a path for surprise contenders.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 2, 2026

On the campaign trail, both contenders have been making similar clothing choices, wearing relaxed blazers and cowboy boots.

From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026

Both Aly and I were in the same group as the top contenders from Russia, China, and Brazil.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles