Semifinalists Meaning in English
word · lemma: semifinalist
释义
Semifinalists are the people or teams who have reached the semifinal stage in a competition, meaning they are among the last four competitors.
用法与细微差别
Mainly used in sports and competitions. Always plural unless referring to a single 'semifinalist.' Common collocations: 'list of semifinalists,' 'be named a semifinalist.' Not to be confused with 'finalists,' who reach the final round.
例句
They were shocked to be named as one of the semifinalists.
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Four semifinalists will compete in the next round.
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The judges announced the semifinalists yesterday.
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All semifinalists will receive certificates.
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This year’s semifinalists came from over 10 different countries.
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After weeks of competition, only the semifinalists remain.
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