candidate

noun B1

aday

a person who is nominated or applies for a position, office, or honor

The company announced three candidates for the manager position.

Many students applied, but only five were shortlisted as candidates.
During the debate, each candidate presented their plan for improving public transport.
The committee evaluated the candidates' research proposals before making a final decision.
Despite being a relatively unknown candidate, she secured a surprising share of the vote in the national election.

candidate for office · görev adayı She is a strong candidate for office in the upcoming election.
candidate in the election · seçimde aday There were ten candidates in the election for mayor.
top candidate · en önde gelen aday He emerged as the top candidate after the first round of interviews.
be a candidate for sth Maria hopes to be a candidate for the scholarship this year.
run as a candidate for sth The professor decided to run as a candidate for the university board.

sb: somebody · sth: something

topic: Politics and society Work and jobs

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