contenders

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Unlike the competitive Oscars handed out during the telecast, the honorary prizes are presented at a separate ceremony attended by film industry figures, academy members and awards season contenders.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Among our top contenders, NordVPN stands out as the best overall VPN for U.S. users.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

Along with Brazil, Argentina, England and Portugal, they are the main contenders.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

He has narrowed the field to 10 contenders, but said it isn’t clear that the right caretaker has appeared.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

And the varsity girls are contenders almost every year.

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen