1.   And, of course, Sol Campbell is another strong contender.

2.   Her album is a strong contender for the Album of the Year award.

3.   Lamar Alexander and his trademark red-and-black plaid was a strong contender.

4.   Muriel had the impression she was a strong contender for the position.

5.   Richard Harden, who batted particularly well until his fractured hand, is the vice-captain and must be a strong contender.

6.   The Hurricanes kept Covington, and he is a strong contender for the starting job.

7.   The line-up included numerous strong contenders.

8.   There can hardly have been any business sector with so many strong contenders for it as the banking sector.

9.   Along with returning starters Kris Clack and Chico Vazquez, the Longhorns are expected to be a strong contender for a NCAA Tournament berth next season.

10.   Although the foreign banks were not considered strong contenders for Banespa, their presence in the auction was expected to press local institutions to increase their bids.