Definition of Candidacy

the state of being considered for a position

Examples of Candidacy in a sentence

Meeting all the qualifications for candidacy, the well-known business owner decided to run for mayor.  🔊

The man’s candidacy for governor didn’t last long with a scandal pushing him out of the race just a week after he entered.  🔊

Goldstein’s candidacy was boosted by banking bigwigs who felt having him in office would help business.  🔊

Though many placed doubts on his candidacy, the underdog was able to pull of a presidential win.  🔊

Mrs. Williams hasn’t formally declared her candidacy, but many feel she will run for senator this year.  🔊

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