can·di·da·cy 
/ˈkændədəsi/ noun
plural can·di·da·cies /ˈkændədəsi/ noun [count, noncount] : the position of a person who is trying to be elected : the state of being a candidate
▪ He withdrew his candidacy after the scandal damaged his reputation. — often + for ▪ She is expected to announce her candidacy for president.
▪ He withdrew his candidacy after the scandal damaged his reputation. — often + for ▪ She is expected to announce her candidacy for president.
