standard-bearer

Example Sentences

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Neither came from wealth and both had to defy doubters to become their party’s standard-bearer.

From Los Angeles Times

If the vice president and Democrats’ new standard-bearer wants to wrap herself in the aura and energy of Oakland, many in this proud, struggling city are happy to accept the accolade.

From Los Angeles Times

I’m proud to see Lapis become a standard-bearer of excellence for Afghan cuisine.

From Salon

In Europe, there’s relief over a strong standard-bearer facing Trump.

From Los Angeles Times

The vast majority of Trump’s primary “base” that anointed him the Republican standard-bearer in the primaries was metropolitan/urban.

From Salon