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.
