applicant
noun
a person who applies for or requests something; a candidate.
applicants
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pluralof applicant.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Norfolk County Council said there was no renewal process and that applicants had to provide evidence with each application, to prove ongoing eligibility.
From BBC ● Oct. 14, 2026
The pool of applicants for every opening has shrunk, said Matt Schron, Jack’s son and the company’s general manager.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 11, 2026
The State Department vets applicants and approves sponsors.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 8, 2026
The spouses and children of applicants can also secure citizenship, in exchange for a contribution of $100,000 to the Treasury, or $25,000 if they are under 18 years of age.
From Barron's ● Oct. 2, 2026
I sat on a plush sofa with an excellent view of the conference area where applicants and their parents come to meet with counselors.
From "Geeks: How Two Lost Boys Rode the Internet Out of Idaho" by Jon Katz
