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Candidate

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Definition

A person who is running for political office or a position in an organization.

Synonyms & similar words

nominee campaigner prospect contender applicant nominee hopeful competitor aspirant contender entrant runner suitor campaigner postulant seeker pretender prospect possibility challenger interviewee interviewer interrogator

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