as in candidates
one who seeks an office, honor, position, or award
a debate between the two aspirants for the highest office
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Noun
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The Supportive Housing Network of New York (the Network) and our more than 200 nonprofit members statewide that develop and provide supportive housing, along with our tenant community, should be a resource for candidates.—
Pascale Leone,
New York Daily News,
16 Mar. 2025 -
So far, there are three other candidates.—
Anthony Man,
Sun Sentinel,
16 Mar. 2025
Noun
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She was selected to play Maria from over 30,000 applicants and won a Golden Globe for her performance in the beloved musical.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
16 Mar. 2025
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This suggests a shift in student priorities, with more applicants seeking affordability and regional accessibility over prestige.—
Scott White,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
Noun
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For now, contemplating the improbable (a Canadian team winning the Stanley Cup) boasts three contenders.—
Allan Mitchell,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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Possible contenders are exploring taking Johnson on, and the list grows by the day.—
Laura Washington,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Jan. 2025
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“Aspirants.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aspirants. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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