Synonyms of candidacy

candidacy

noun

as in probation

Related Words

• probation
• education
• schooling
• trial
• instruction
• tutelage
• internship
• grounding
• boot camp
• basic training
• apprenticeship
• cadetship
• training
• practicum
• externship

Dissimilar Words

• tenure

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of candidacy

Now that an accusation of rape has toppled Platner’s candidacy, the Democrats who selected him are desperately trying to pick up the pieces of a race that might be their party’s best shot to take back the Senate. — Elaine Godfrey, The Atlantic, 22 July 2026

Horne and Yee have had a particularly contentious race and have been in a number of public spats since Yee announced her candidacy in May 2025. — Arizona Republic, AZCentral.com, 21 July 2026

The candidacy temporary places protections afforded to endangered and threatened species until the commission makes a final determination on whether to add the orcas to the list in 12 months. — Brian Day, USA Today, 21 July 2026

Some Israel critics who have spread conspiracy theories about Jews and the Jewish state are now accusing Rubio of working toward Israeli interests above American interests, and say Israel is pushing his candidacy. — Joseph Strauss, Sun Sentinel, 20 July 2026