candidates

Example Sentences

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There are five candidates standing in the Arbroath and Broughty Ferry by-election.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

When you and other candidates have similar qualifications, a strong endorsement can push you over the top.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Harry hopes the new MP focuses on the town's issues, but said he is unfamiliar with the candidates.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Instead, Pratt declined an invite to their only other scheduled debate and never bothered with the forums civic groups across the city held in order for their members to hear from candidates.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Rowan and the two other candidates for Scythedom were to go first.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman