candidacy

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Recent Examples of candidacy Groups funded by the world’s richest man have so far spent more than $13 million to boost Schimel’s candidacy, according to the Brennan Center, with plans to spend around $20 million total. Jill Colvin, Twin Cities, 24 Mar. 2025 During the 2024 presidential race, Musk's America PAC spent more than $250 million in support of Trump's candidacy, raising questions about possible conflicts of interest. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025 His candidacy was more important than anything positive for our country. Dp Opinion, The Denver Post, 16 Mar. 2025 Championing sustainable practices in infrastructure, logistics, and operations at the Olympic Games are areas of focus mentioned in her candidacy document. Claire Poole, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for candidacy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for candidacy
Noun
  • The sentence handed down this week comes after Pratt violated the terms of his probation twice since his release in 2021, once in 2022 and most recently in December.
    Angie DiMichele, Sun Sentinel, 5 Apr. 2025
  • Prosecutors filed a motion to revoke his probation earlier on Wednesday, per AJC, claiming that Thug violated it with posts on social media.
    Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 3 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Some educators say the administration's moves to cut funding at colleges and universities amounts to a war on higher education.
    NPR, NPR, 2 Apr. 2025
  • And finally, Tallahassee’s assault on public education is showing no signs of slowing.
    Scott Maxwell, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Without the center’s proximity to her home and schooling and without the child care scholarship, Ivory said her situation might look completely different.
    Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Mar. 2025
  • Forward-thinking employers could consider offering education advisors or even stipends to help parents explore the best schooling options for their children.
    Sara Mauskopf, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025

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