as in candidates
one who seeks an office, honor, position, or award
predicted a tough year for summer job seekers
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Recent Examples of seekers
During the spring and early summer, proceeds from the store will benefit the Luminus Network, which provides legal services to immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers.
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Susan Soldavin, Baltimore Sun, 16 May 2026
But at the same time, advice seekers can also become emotionally dependent.
—Ziv Epstein, Fortune, 16 May 2026
But job qualifications — even for early-career job seekers — don’t rest entirely on the backs of diplomas.
—Victoria Le, Oc Register, 15 May 2026
Rising inflation and gas prices may weigh on consumers over the next few months, but TJX should outperform the rest of retail and gain market share by catering to value seekers.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 15 May 2026
Some outstanding decisions could have implications for this year’s midterm elections and span issues, including the rights of gun owners, transgender athletes and asylum-seekers.
—Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 14 May 2026
Happy hunting, apartment seekers.
—Clio Chang, Curbed, 14 May 2026
Inflation is also rising, cutting into Americans’ wages, while job seekers in most industries have in recent years been facing big challenges in the labor market.
—Alli Rosenbloom, CNN Money, 14 May 2026
But at the same time, advice seekers can also become emotionally dependent.
—Vana Goblot, The Conversation, 13 May 2026
Susan Soldavin, Baltimore Sun, 16 May 2026
But at the same time, advice seekers can also become emotionally dependent.
—Ziv Epstein, Fortune, 16 May 2026
But job qualifications — even for early-career job seekers — don’t rest entirely on the backs of diplomas.
—Victoria Le, Oc Register, 15 May 2026
Rising inflation and gas prices may weigh on consumers over the next few months, but TJX should outperform the rest of retail and gain market share by catering to value seekers.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 15 May 2026
Some outstanding decisions could have implications for this year’s midterm elections and span issues, including the rights of gun owners, transgender athletes and asylum-seekers.
—Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 14 May 2026
Happy hunting, apartment seekers.
—Clio Chang, Curbed, 14 May 2026
Inflation is also rising, cutting into Americans’ wages, while job seekers in most industries have in recent years been facing big challenges in the labor market.
—Alli Rosenbloom, CNN Money, 14 May 2026
But at the same time, advice seekers can also become emotionally dependent.
—Vana Goblot, The Conversation, 13 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seekers
Noun
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The two candidates who advance to the general election would be wise to offer Californians a hope for the future that doesn’t call back to our yesterdays.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
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Becerra went from polling in the single digits before the fallout in early April to being among the top gubernatorial candidates.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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Applications can be submitted year-round, and applicants will know if they have been accepted within two months of applying.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
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Previously, there was no special consideration given to applicants who had lived or worked in the county.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
13 May 2026
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Barring an Eric Swalwell-style blow-up, the top three — Becerra, Steyer and Hilton — are really the only true contenders.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
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Three contenders for the Republican nomination are advocating for even more aggressive tax relief while oil prices are riding high.—
Morgan Lee,
Fortune,
15 May 2026
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“Seekers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seekers. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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