candidacy

Example Sentences

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She announced her candidacy in November 2025, but Mr. Trump said only that he liked both Ms. Stefanik and her GOP opponent, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Duterte announced her candidacy for president in the 2028 election a few weeks before the House impeachment hearings started.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Even without having Chile’s backing, Bachelet, 74, can still proceed with her candidacy, as she retains Brazil's and Mexico's backing.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

Despite word that his father opposed his candidacy for fear of turning the revolutionary Islamic system of government into a hereditary one, Khamenei was for years considered a possible — perhaps even likely — successor.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2026

“When your foolish act of compassion forced the Kuhani to expel you from candidacy, I thought our hopes might be dashed.”

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray