# candidates

Pronunciation: US say "KAN-di-dayts" /ˈkæn.dɪ.deɪts/; UK say "KAN-di-duhts" /ˈkæn.dɪdəts/

## Noun

1. Plural of candidate. — plural of candidate
   - Simple: Plural of candidate. Use this form when talking about more than one person seeking a job or position.
   - _The party narrowed its field of candidates to three contenders._
   - _Several candidates withdrew their applications before the final round._

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