noun
presidential candidate
Refers to a person running for president, typically in a political election.
彼は大統領候補として選挙戦を戦っている。
He is fighting the election campaign as a presidential candidate.
大統領候補の討論会がテレビで放送された。
The presidential candidates' debate was broadcast on TV.
Compound of 大統領 (president) + 候補 (candidate).