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

He has held the belts and contenders have been waiting for their turn.

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026

This would likely be accompanied by a series of party hustings and TV debates taking place over the summer, as contenders make their pitch.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026

Few Alpharetta lawns sprouted campaign signs during the last election season because the area’s four contenders for the state legislature and a new candidate for Congress were all Republicans and ran unopposed.

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times