aspirants

noun

Definition of aspirantsnext
plural of aspirant
as in candidates
one who seeks an office, honor, position, or award a debate between the two aspirants for the highest office

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  1. candidates
  2. applicants
  3. contenders
Noun
  • On Thursday, days before the conclusion of their tumultuous season, the Jets interviewed candidates for their general manager and coaching vacancies.
    Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Vrabel is considered one of the hottest candidates in this coaching cycle.
    Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of candidates
Noun
  • As the new year begins, heed the wisdom of these admission leaders who have ushered decades of applicants (in many cases including their own children) through this experience.
    Brennan Barnard, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
  • The communications, media and technology sectors exemplify this trend, with Workday reporting an average of 30 applicants per job offer, marking a 36% increase from 2023.
    Jack Kelly, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of applicants
Noun
  • For now, contemplating the improbable (a Canadian team winning the Stanley Cup) boasts three contenders.
    Allan Mitchell, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Possible contenders are exploring taking Johnson on, and the list grows by the day.
    Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of contenders
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