candidate (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈkændɪdeɪt/
Definition
A person who is suggested or put forward for an office, prize, or position.
Examples
He is a strong candidate for the job.
The committee will review all applications from potential candidates.
Only the top three candidates will be interviewed.
How to Use candidate
- candidate for (prepositional phrase)
- Indicates the position, award, or situation for which someone is being considered. — "She is a candidate for the Nobel Prize."
- candidate to (prepositional phrase)
- Indicates the action or role someone is being considered for. — "He is a candidate to become the next CEO."
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