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contender

[kuhn-ten-der] / kənˈtɛn dər /


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He has completely broken the scale of superstar development, fast-forwarding his team from no-hoper waiting for draft picks into a true championship contender.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Despite the naysayers, Johnson appears excited to be joining a championship contender with the Fever.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

While Vance was leading the talks in Islamabad, Trump watched a UFC fight in Miami, Florida, alongside Secretary of State Marco Rubio, another rumoured 2028 contender and possible Vance rival.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

Polls show García Harfuch as a top contender in Mexico’s 2030 presidential race, though it’s unclear if he would run.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

We needed Monica to hold on to the lead, but we knew it would be hard for her against Gregorio, who was a strong contender.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad




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