Synonyms for
Finalist
Definition
A finalist is a person who has made it to the final round of a competition or contest.
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Common collocations
- a finalist in
- the last finalist
- a competition finalist
- a scholarship finalist
- a debate finalist
- a tournament finalist
- a finalist for
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Usage note
A finalist is someone who has reached the final stage of a competition or contest. It is often used in academic or sporting contexts.
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Example sentences
- Samantha was a finalist in the science fair.
- The finalists in the singing competition were all very talented.
- The winner of the race beat out the other finalists.
- The finalists were nervous as they waited for the judges to announce the winner.
- Bobby was disappointed when he didn't make it to the finals and become a finalist.
Quotes
I've been a finalist before. It's nice, but it's not winning. - Katherine Heigl
I'm happy to be a finalist, but I don't think I'm in the running to win. - Harry Connick Jr.
I think it's great when people are finalists because it means they're striving for something. - Kelly Rowland