contender
Example Sentences
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We’re a long way from knowing whether she can survive and win a second term, but Austin Beutner and any other legitimate contenders are being handed gifts that will keep on giving.
From Los Angeles Times
However, Villa boss Emery said to "be a contender in front of them" is not "our reality" as he played down title talk and urged his players to "continue to be humble".
From BBC
The Oscar contender has so far taken in $1.27 billion worldwide.
From Barron's
Hearts "have arrived" as Scottish Premiership title contenders after beating Rangers for the second time this season, according to former Scotland striker Kris Boyd.
From BBC
His comments highlight that Maresca, who only three weeks ago saw his team labelled as title contenders, thinks inconsistency is to be expected with such a young squad.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.