candidate

Example Sentences

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He noted that other potential candidates for the honour, such as family members and his girlfriend, had not been upset by the decision.

From BBC

Because of the possible scientific significance, researchers are now analyzing additional follow up observations to determine whether the pulsar candidate is genuine.

From Science Daily

She began a media blitz in her first week as a candidate, doing interviews with NBC4, KNX News and The Times.

From Los Angeles Times

By winning more than 3 million votes and coming third during the primaries, he showed that a black candidate could rally nationwide support and possibly take the White House.

From BBC

You can find the full list of all 11 candidates standing in the by-election here.

From BBC