candidate

Definition:
1. A person who is trying to be elected or is applying for a job.
2. A person taking an exam.
3. A person or group that is considered suitable for something or that is likely to get something or to be something.

Use 'candidate' in a sentence:

• 1. There's been a late surge of support for an independent candidate.
• 2. The populist party anointed him as its candidate.
• 3. He stood as a candidate in the local elections.
• 4. It's not certain they'll accept that candidate if he wins.
• 5. Being able to speak French gave her a head start over the other candidates.
• 6. He is a candidate for the presidency of the organization.
• 7. He seems a most unlikely candidate for the job.
• 8. His age effectively ruled him out as a possible candidate.
• 9. Connie suddenly struck her as a logical candidate.
• 10. With a Democratic candidate in place they won by a mile.
• 11. He is a candidate for the office of governor.
• 12. The Republican candidate stands a good chance of getting in.
• 13. She's the ideal candidate for the job.
• 14. Who is the best candidate in your estimation?
• 15. Barnes put up a candidate of his own for this post.
• 16. How many candidates are standing for election?
• 17. As an examiner, she showed no favour to any candidate.
• 18. The Republican candidate said he would "work like crazy to stay ahead."
• 19. We had the luxury of being able to choose from four good candidates for the job.
• 20. Both candidates have spent the last month courting the media.
• 21. The defeated candidate demanded a recount.
• 22. He's a prime candidate for promotion.
• 23. Our team is a prime candidate for relegation this year.
• 24. Neither candidate won outright.
• 25. Neither candidate was selected for the job.
• 26. She was selected as the parliamentary candidate for Bath.
• 27. We have narrowed down the list to four candidates.
• 28. He is the candidate with the biggest campaign bankroll.
• 29. He was, indubitably, the most suitable candidate.
• 30. The hunt is on for a suitable candidate.
• 31. Mr. Robertson would be a credible candidate.
• 32. They weighed up the relative merits of the four candidates.
• 33. We are pleased to announce that all five candidates were successful.
• 34. The Democratic candidate is still leading in the polls.
• 35. A high proportion of candidates get low or unclassified grades.
• 36. She's the perfect candidate for the job.
• 37. There were several candidates missing from the list.
• 38. Each candidate is given instruction in safety.
• 39. It was difficult to decide between the two candidates.
• 40. The two candidates are in a dead heat in the polls.
• 41. Employers must consider all candidates impartially and without bias.
• 42. She has signalled (that) she is willing to stand as a candidate.
• 43. She was adopted as parliamentary candidate for Wood Green.
• 44. The Green candidate won over 3 000 of the 14 000 votes cast.
• 45. Few candidates had received any training in management.
• 46. A standard letter was sent to all candidates.
• 47. He won the nomination as Democratic candidate for the presidency.
• 48. There were a large number of candidates for the job.
• 49. Two of the candidates must be female.
• 50. A good interview enables candidates to prove their worth.
• 51. The ideal candidate will be an effective communicator.
• 52. Candidates must be able to communicate effectively.
• 53. Your father is an obvious candidate for a heart attack.
• 54. All candidates will be required to take a short test.
• 55. Successful candidates will be invited for interview next week.