CANDIDACY Synonyms: 16 Similar and Opposite Words

candidacy

noun

Definition of candidacy

as in probation

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tenure

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Recent Examples of candidacy Vega said only the names of people whose write-in candidacy has been certified by his office can be added. — Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 24 Sep. 2026 Kevin, from the reports of many, was not so subtle in his efforts to ramp up his public relations campaign for his candidacy — and in some circles he was anointed as the favorite to be Bob’s successor. — Bob Chapek, HollywoodReporter, 24 Sep. 2026 The Jewish community in Michigan has been split, however, on El-Sayed's candidacy and his criticism of Israeli policies toward Palestinians. — Todd Spangler, Freep.com, 22 Sep. 2026 Though campaigning hasn’t officially opened, Joseph has been crisscrossing the country by helicopter promoting his candidacy. — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 22 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for candidacy

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Noun

One deal, offered by prosecutors, would have included a 20-year prison term and five years or probation.

— Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026
Peterson received six years of probation after pleading guilty to being an accessory after the fact, per USA Today .

— Christina Coulter, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of probation

Noun

The seven Chi Phi members in question were suspended, expelled, or faced other consequences, such as writing an essay, but most were allowed to continue their education at the university following a monthslong Title IX investigation.

— Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 1 Oct. 2026
Economic education is not reserved for a certain kind of student.

— Michael Poore Special to the Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of education

Noun

The California State University system currently requires undergraduate applicants whose schooling was in a language other than English to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language to prove their proficiency in the language.

— Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 25 Sep. 2026
Public schools also face more competition than ever, including homeschooling, private schools and online schooling options.

— Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of schooling

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