He Stands Wishing To Sit Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is CANDIDATE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: CANDIDATE

Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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Rank		Letters	Answer	Clue
1	99%	9		Exact Match!
2	44%	4		Word that can fit "Wishing ___" or "___-wishing"
3	33%	8		Involves paddling on a sit-in or sit-on-top kayak

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "CANDIDATE" which means:

noun

• A politician who is running for public office
• Someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)

verb

• To stand as a candidate for an office, especially a religious one.
• (chiefly in jargon and nnes) to make or name (something) a candidate (for use, for study as a next project, for investigation as a possible cause of something, etc).

An example sentence would be:

• "She is a strong candidate for the job."
• "The candidate impressed the interviewers with her qualifications."

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Source	#Number	Answer
The Guardian Cryptic17 May 2004	Across 25
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