Winning candidate Crossword Clue

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Winning candidate Crossword Answer

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CANDIDATE (noun)
1. someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)
2. a politician who is running for public office
WINNING (adjective)
1. very attractive; capturing interest
2. having won
WINNING (noun)
1. succeeding with great difficulty

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