Sentence examples for contender for an from inspiring English sources

The dazzling effects look to be a strong contender for an Oscar.

Another serious contender for an authentic Shakespeare likeness is the Grafton portrait.

If Pawalek can regain her form, she could become a contender for an Olympic marathon berth in April.

Depending on what comes out at his trial, he's a strong contender for an even higher spot in 2009.

On the other hand, he said, when "Homeland" won a Golden Globe in January, that "immediately made it a contender" for an Emmy.

Now, in what may be the final chapter of their N.B.A. careers, they hope to make the Nets a viable contender for an N.B.A. title.

Collin McHugh, another contender for a rotation spot, followed Harvey.

Each team is a likely contender for a medal.

He would be a serious contender for a European Lions team.

A contender for a role in the next Bond movie, perhaps?

As presently constructed, the Mets are not a legitimate contender for a playoff spot.