candidate

Example Sentences

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In another, a former candidate dropped his bid for elected office, after the child protection office allegedly threatened to take his children into care.

From BBC

He launched the party's manifesto and unveiled constituency candidates last week.

From BBC

Seventeen years later, Mazariegos is running for Los Angeles City Council — and he believes his gun conviction makes him a better candidate.

From Los Angeles Times

Facing a popular Labor incumbent and a young, recently selected opposition leader, One Nation campaigned widely, recruiting prominent former Liberal senator Cory Bernardi to lead its ticket, and running candidates in every electorate.

From BBC

Later, as Bianco’s move grabbed headlines — he is a leading Republican candidate for governor — Curtis’ behind-the-scenes maneuvering remained largely unknown.

From Los Angeles Times