runner-up

[ruhn-er-uhp] / ˈrʌn ərˈʌp /

ADJECTIVE

second

Synonyms

STRONG

alternative double duplicate extra following further inferior lower place repeated reproduction secondary succeeding supporting twin

WEAK

additional another lesser next in order other subsequent unimportant

Antonyms

STRONG

first-class first-rate important superior

NOUN

second

Synonyms

STRONGEST

double

STRONG

assistant backer exponent helper placer proponent reproduction supporter twin

Antonyms

STRONG

opponent

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Korda, who won the Chevron Championship at a canter in April, now has four wins and three runner-up finishes in what is proving an extraordinary 2026 season.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Though she finished in a runner-up spot at Erin Hills last year, she has yet to win an Open.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

The first round of voting on April 12 featured a record 35 candidates vying for the presidency, with Fujimori ultimately gaining 17.1 percent of the vote, while runner-up Pedro Sanchez captured 12 percent.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

Sure, German second seed Alexander Zverev and two-time French Open runner-up Casper Ruud remain in that half of the draw.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

“You know what they say — the first runner-up is important in case anything should happen to Miss Teen Dream,” Shanti called.

From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray

runner-up

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