candidate

[kan-di-deyt, -dit, kan-di-deyt] / ˈkæn dɪˌdeɪt, -dɪt, ˈkæn dɪˌdeɪt /

NOUN

person desiring political office, job

Synonyms

STRONGEST

applicant aspirant bidder competitor contender contestant nominee successor

STRONG

claimant entrant hopeful petitioner possibility pothunter runner seeker stumper suitor write-in

WEAK

dark horse favorite son handshaker job-hunter office seeker possible choice solicitant whistle-stopper

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This made it a strong candidate as a potential energy source.

From Science Daily

Macquarie says her leadership of the Australia business and familiarity with operations could have placed her in a strong position when internal candidates were considered.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Voters may see self-dealing as evidence that a candidate is prioritizing personal enrichment over public service, which damages confidence in elections and governmental institutions,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

In a relatively short time, she has seen prospective employers shift from competing for talent to sensing candidates’ desperation.

From The Wall Street Journal

Five of those state candidates, plus a U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal

candidate

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