Challengers Meaning in English
word · lemma: challenger
Definition
People or groups who compete against someone, especially the current winner or leader, trying to take their place. Also used for anyone who tries to overcome a strong opponent.
Usage & Nuances
Most common in sports and competitions; often refers to those trying to defeat the champion ('the challengers will face the champion'). Can be literal (a sports match) or figurative (business, politics). Not always adversarial—can simply mean 'competitors'.
Example Sentences
The challengers trained hard for the big game.
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Three challengers entered the cooking contest this year.
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The champion will meet his challengers on Sunday.
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This year’s challengers are stronger than ever.
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The startup’s challengers are forcing them to innovate.
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Among all the challengers, she stood out the most.
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