Related Clues:

• Accepted a nomination
• Ended a triathlon
• Got on the ballot
• Left in a haste
• Joined the marathon
• Didn't join the fight, perhaps
• Did track
• Showed fear, maybe
• Flew on foot
• Did cross-country, e.g
• Sought office in Lesser Antilles
• Took the baton
• Circled the bases
• Tried to take a seat?
• Got into the race