participant
noun
par·tic·i·pant
pär-ˈti-sə-pənt 
pər-
: one that participates
participants in a contest
participant
adjective
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he seemed to be a willing participant in the prank
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Luca Evans, Denver Post, 1 Jan. 2026
According to the report findings, over three-quarters of survey participants (76 percent) value heightened, memorable experiences, as bars embrace edible pearls, metallic garnishes, fire presentations, and high-drama glassware.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 31 Dec. 2025
The court boasts a 90% success rate for the hundreds of veteran participants, according to Cohalan.
—Jeff Winter, CNN Money, 31 Dec. 2025
Jon Wilcox and his wife Susan have hosted participants in the Cliburn competitions, including Sultanov.
—Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Dec. 2025
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“Participant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/participant. Accessed 2 Jan. 2026.
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participant
noun
par·tic·i·pant
pər-ˈtis-ə-pənt
pär-
: one that participates
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