as in competitor
one who strives for the same thing as another
three contestants will compete on live TV for the cash prize
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Recent Examples of contestant
Boq who? Comments Not even a Wicked resurgence could help last week's Jeopardy contestants.
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Shania Russell, EW.com, 8 Apr. 2025
CeCe Winans, Season 22's Roman Collins, The Brown Four, along with Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie and Underwood, will take the stage along with the Top 20 contestants.
—Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 8 Apr. 2025
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With 42 contestants still vying for just 20 remaining spots in the Top 24, the singers faced an overnight duet challenge that tested their stamina, chemistry, and vocal control.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 8 Apr. 2025
While viewers might assume contestants and judges freely explore their filming locations, the reality is quite different.
—Kimberly Lyn, Travel + Leisure, 5 Apr. 2025
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Shania Russell, EW.com, 8 Apr. 2025
CeCe Winans, Season 22's Roman Collins, The Brown Four, along with Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie and Underwood, will take the stage along with the Top 20 contestants.
—Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 8 Apr. 2025
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With 42 contestants still vying for just 20 remaining spots in the Top 24, the singers faced an overnight duet challenge that tested their stamina, chemistry, and vocal control.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 8 Apr. 2025
While viewers might assume contestants and judges freely explore their filming locations, the reality is quite different.
—Kimberly Lyn, Travel + Leisure, 5 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for contestant
Noun
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While lawmakers scrutinize TikTok’s Chinese ownership and explore potential bans, competitors see a window of opportunity.—
Lisa Setyon,
CNBC,
26 Apr. 2025
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Asked about this, Joyner said Nolen was a fierce competitor, a young player who was far from perfect but one who was willing to learn.—
Doug Haller,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In his 10 years as a presidential contender Donald Trump has always benefited politically by attacking immigrants, winning support for his promises of a hardline border crackdown.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
25 Apr. 2025
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Chanel Chance Eau Splendide Eau de Parfum $143 NORDSTROM West stands by Chanel’s latest fragrance as a top contender for summer.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
25 Apr. 2025
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Carole Baskin, an animal rights activist and Maldonado's rival, also starred in the show.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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No rivals, no rows about gifts, no fireworks back home.—
Matt Slater,
New York Times,
22 Apr. 2025
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“Contestant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contestant. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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