candidate
/ˈkændɪdeɪt/
noun
- A person who applies for a job or is being considered for a position.
- He submitted his resume as a candidate for the internship.
- She was the strongest candidate for the manager position.
- The company interviewed five candidates for the role.
- A person who is running in an election or competing for a political office.
- She announced her candidacy as a candidate for mayor.
- Voters will choose between two candidates in the election.
- The presidential candidate gave a speech at the rally.
- A person or thing considered likely to receive something or to be suitable for something.
- That old building is a prime candidate for demolition.
- This project is a strong candidate for funding.
- He is a likely candidate for the promotion.
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