contenders

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The Rays have the best record in MLB and have emerged as legitimate World Series contenders, buoyed by a stellar starting rotation and a tenacious offensive attack.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Gilts were under additional pressure as potential contenders emerged to challenge the position of U.K.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

Aircraft offered by BAE Systems, Leonardo and several other companies are also considered to be contenders to replace the Hawk but no decisions have been made.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Barring an Eric Swalwell-style blow-up, the top three — Becerra, Steyer and Hilton — are really the only true contenders.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Fischer would now play games against each of the three contenders: two Soviets—Mark Taimanov and Tigran Petrosian—and the Dane Bent Larsen.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady