be a candidate
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Chargers right tackle Rashawn Slater could be a candidate for injured reserve after sustaining a high ankle sprain against the Seattle Seahawks.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 10, 2026
So there must be a candidate who can attract the support of those countries in Concacaf, Africa and Asia who could have been loyal to Infantino but could be persuaded to switch their votes.
From BBC ● Aug. 1, 2026
While he has years of experience in several cabinets, few expected the current deputy prime minister to be a candidate for the top job, according to Danish media.
From Barron's ● Mar. 24, 2026
However, the French presidential election will be held in April of next year, and Macron won’t be a candidate, since he has already served two consecutive terms.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 18, 2026
I will not be a candidate, and I will not be chosen.
From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black
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