be a candidate

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Will Vance, considered by many to be a candidate for president in 2028, have wide latitude to cut a deal with Iran?

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 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

Because whoever plays in that “Monday Night Football” slot — it’s staying Rams-Falcons — won’t be a candidate for a Saturday game in the final weekend.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 20, 2025

Matthew Fisher could be a candidate to provide pace-bowling cover.

From BBC • Dec. 7, 2025

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

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black