contender
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The next likely contender for the award is “The Lost Boys,” a spectacle-heavy, bloated stage version of the B-movie from the 1980s about young vampires marauding in a California beach town.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
Wilson’s comment comes as ballots are still being counted in L.A.’s election and Pratt is maintaining a second-place spot, making him a potential contender for November’s general election against current Mayor Karen Bass.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
Only the fox from the animal charity's list is listed as a contender.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
Talley’s boss, Mike Collins, is the leading contender to take on Democrat Jon Ossoff in November’s Senate midterm elections.
From Slate • May 28, 2026
You have to start by wanting to be a contender.
From "The Contender" by Robert Lipsyte
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