challenger

Example Sentences

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Meng has not faced a primary challenger since 2020 and has faced few well-organized opponents since her initial election to the House in 2012.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

Any challenger wanting to trigger a leadership contest must be an MP and have the backing of 81 Labour MPs.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

While polls tipped Cepeda to finish ahead of his right-wing challenger, official results showed that he trailed, with 41% of votes compared to De la Espriella's 43.7%, with almost all ballots counted.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Hydee Feldstein Soto and challenger Marissa Roy are at odds over work-from-home rules.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

But the markings here were strong: the challenger hunted this territory, and the threat in his scent was unmistakable.

From "Pax" by Sara Pennypacker