contenders

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Currently ranked 10th in the world, Germany are not widely seen as genuine contenders to win the trophy, even if coach Julian Nagelsmann insists that has to be their aim.

From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026

Dimon’s longer-than-expected tenure has drawn out the succession race, with several potential contenders fading away over the years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026

This vintage has not shown itself to be genuine contenders.

From BBC • Jun. 24, 2026

During her search for a new “Evening News” anchor, Weiss had named Anderson Cooper and Bret Baier, both under contract with other networks, as potential contenders.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

Of all the contenders, the one who made the greatest progress toward winning Blanca’s hand was the King of the Pressure Cookers.

From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende