vying

Example Sentences

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State Sen. Mike McGuire, a Democrat who represents the state’s northwest coast, is among her competitors vying to represent the new district.

From Los Angeles Times

Plaid Cymru is vying for first place in the election.

From BBC

Here’s a roundup of the films vying for best picture, as covered by The Wall Street Journal’s critics.

From The Wall Street Journal

After his turn humanizing Shakespeare in “Hamnet,” Mescal, vying for an Oscar nod for the film this week, will appear next as Paul McCartney.

From The Wall Street Journal

Four internal candidates have been vying for the job and many believe the parks boss, Josh D’Amaro, is the likely successor.

From Los Angeles Times