front-runner
noun
front-run·ner
ˈfrənt-ˌrə-nər 
1
: a contestant who runs best when in the lead
2
: a leading contestant in or as if in a rivalry or competition
a political front-runner
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The silver lining though was that Josh Allen became the front-runner for MVP after his incredible performance.
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Andy Scholes, CNN, 12 Dec. 2024
This move is significant not just because of the team switch, but also due to the standard of performance expected at JGR, a front-runner in the NASCAR Cup Series.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
Wicked made a strong showing, earning Ariana Grande her first Golden Globe nomination, and the Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown is another front-runner, with nods including Best Male Actor in a drama, for Timothée Chalamet, and the coveted Best Picture – Drama award.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 9 Dec. 2024
Competition for trophies in the Musical/Comedy field will be tough, but Emilia also landed a nomination for Best Film Not in the English Language, where it should be considered the front-runner.
—Jen Chaney, Vulture, 9 Dec. 2024
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Andy Scholes, CNN, 12 Dec. 2024
This move is significant not just because of the team switch, but also due to the standard of performance expected at JGR, a front-runner in the NASCAR Cup Series.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
Wicked made a strong showing, earning Ariana Grande her first Golden Globe nomination, and the Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown is another front-runner, with nods including Best Male Actor in a drama, for Timothée Chalamet, and the coveted Best Picture – Drama award.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 9 Dec. 2024
Competition for trophies in the Musical/Comedy field will be tough, but Emilia also landed a nomination for Best Film Not in the English Language, where it should be considered the front-runner.
—Jen Chaney, Vulture, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Front-runner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/front-runner. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
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