entrants

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The inaugural event was designed for club runners but evolved to include everyone from elite entrants to those in weird and wonderful fancy dress, raising money for charity.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

In response to questions, Lockheed Martin, RTX and Northrop Grumman referred to their increasing investments in research and development and partnerships with new entrants and startups.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

On Friday morning, Iran declared that the strait was finally reopened for all commercial, nonmilitary ships hoping to traverse the essential waterway, provided that all entrants follow a “coordinated route” determined by Iranian authorities.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026

Some investors speculate about forthcoming entrants ahead of the official announcement and buy up shares, on the expectation that they could rise if a company is named to the index.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

Who was this young student with no experience, who’d beat out all the other entrants?

From "Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam" by Elizabeth Partridge