be a candidate

Example Sentences

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Sir Keir would automatically be a candidate, without any need to solicit nominations himself.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Another former Spurs manager, Mauricio Pochettino, was said to be a candidate to permanently replace Frank, but his contract with the United States men's national team does not expire until after this summer's World Cup.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 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

When his interim position was announced a year ago and the presidential search was launched, Kim, who replaced outgoing President Carol Folt, was not considered to be a candidate for the job.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026

I will not be a candidate, and I will not be chosen.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black