challenger

Example Sentences

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Any challenger would likely find it difficult to secure the support of the 81 of Labour's 403 MPs needed to join a race.

From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026

The little guy had booked a hotel, flown in from Texas and was on the edge of his very expensive seat to see the rematch between heavyweight champion Joe Louis and challenger Max Schmeling.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026

Verhoeven beat the count, but a follow-up flurry in the closing seconds of the round prompted referee Mark Lyson to step in and wave it off - a decision that looked harsh on the challenger.

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026

The outstanding question now in each race is which challenger will face them in November.

From Slate • Jun. 6, 2026

David offered himself to Saul to fight Goliath, the Philistine challenger.

From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli