nominees
word · lemma: nominee
Definition
People who have been officially suggested or chosen for a position, award, job, or honor, but have not yet won or been given the role.
Usage & Nuances
'Nominees' is a formal and neutral term, commonly used for awards, elections, or official roles. Typically plural, as in 'Oscar nominees.' Do not confuse with 'winners' (those who have already succeeded). Often appears with 'list of nominees,' 'the nominees are...,' or 'announce the nominees.'
Example Sentences
The nominees for Best Actor are listed below.
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All nominees must attend the ceremony.
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Five nominees will be chosen for the scholarship.
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Did you see the list of nominees for this year's awards? It's pretty impressive.
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Out of all the nominees, only one will win the grand prize.
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The presenter announced the nominees with much excitement.
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