candidate · noun C /ˈkæn.dɪ.dət/Full view
candidate (EXAMINATION)
B1 someone who is taking an exam
Dictionary example:

Write your name and candidate number in the spaces at the top of this page.

Learner example:

It is [the] name [of] [an]other candidate who passed the examination. (First Certificate in English; B2; Greek)

candidate (JOB/ELECTION)
B2 a person who is competing to get a job or elected position
Dictionary example:

There are three candidates standing in the election.

Learner example:

I am the appropriate candidate for this job. (First Certificate in English; B2; )

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