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Synonyms for candidacy


Grammar : Noun
Spell : noun kan-di-deyt, -dit; verb kan-di-deyt
Phonetic Transcription : noun ˈkæn dɪˌdeɪt, -dɪt; verb ˈkæn dɪˌdeɪt



Définition of candidacy

Origin :
  • 1822; see candidate + -cy.
  • noun willingness
Example sentences :
  • It was well known that many Federalists would support his candidacy.
  • Extract from : « Union and Democracy » by Allen Johnson
  • Earnest demands were heard that his candidacy should be withdrawn.
  • Extract from : « The Papers And Writings Of Abraham Lincoln, Volume One » by Abraham Lincoln
  • I would accept with devotedness the candidacy of the city of Paris.
  • Extract from : « The Memoirs of Victor Hugo » by Victor Hugo
  • He realized that he had been duped into accepting the candidacy against Vella.
  • Extract from : « The Barrel Mystery » by William J. (William James) Flynn
  • Soundness on the Negro question seemed to be the chief test of candidacy.
  • Extract from : « The Soul of John Brown » by Stephen Graham
  • It is difficult to find any justification for White's candidacy.
  • Extract from : « Martin Van Buren » by Edward M. Shepard
  • When do you purpose to announce your candidacy for representative?
  • Extract from : « The Co-Citizens » by Corra Harris
  • The day came when Trent's candidacy for governor was announced by his party.
  • Extract from : « The Dual Alliance » by Marjorie Benton Cooke
  • That is also the place selected by the Opposition journals for his candidacy.
  • Extract from : « The Deputy of Arcis » by Honore de Balzac
  • The blow struck at Thuillier's candidacy was mortal, but Minard did not profit by it.
  • Extract from : « The Lesser Bourgeoisie » by Honore de Balzac

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