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Discover LudwigThe phrase "contender for" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when discussing competitions or elections, and when comparing something to a stronger possibility. For example, "John is a strong contender for mayor this election season."
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He's a contender for sure".
The first contender for the slot?
Turkey a Real Contender For Full E.U.
Collin McHugh, another contender for a rotation spot, followed Harvey.
It's a contender for the year's best political film.
"England is a contender for the World Cup title.
A strong contender for play of the year.
Now, a contender for the oddest: a vibrator.
But Santorum as a serious contender for the Presidency?
It could be a strong contender for best documentary.
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…contender for the Fāṭimid caliphate, Nizār.
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