candidacy

noun

can·​di·​da·​cy ˈkan-də-də-sē How to pronounce candidacy (audio)
ˈka-nə-
plural candidacies
: the state of being a candidate
he is expected to announce his candidacy

Examples of candidacy in a Sentence

He withdrew his candidacy after the scandal damaged his reputation.
Recent Examples on the Web Regardless of how Kennedy performed, standing on the same stage as Biden and Trump would automatically elevate his candidacy. Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 19 May 2024 The Washington state race for Governor took a weird turn after three men named Bob Ferguson filed for candidacy. Sara Chernikoff, USA TODAY, 15 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for candidacy 

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Word History

First Known Use

1693, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of candidacy was in 1693

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“Candidacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/candidacy. Accessed 28 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

candidacy

noun
can·​di·​da·​cy ˈkan-dəd-ə-sē How to pronounce candidacy (audio)
ˈkan-əd-
plural candidacies
: the state of being a candidate
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