also-ran (Meaning)

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also-ran (n)

a contestant who loses the contest

In the fiercely competitive race, he ended up being an also-ran, finishing far behind the leaders.
The team, once considered a strong contender, turned into an also-ran after a series of disappointing performances.
Despite high expectations, the ambitious startup became an also-ran in the crowded tech industry.
The political candidate started as a front-runner but eventually became an also-ran in the election.
The once-promising athlete became an also-ran after struggling with injuries and setbacks.
The movie, despite a star-studded cast, turned out to be an also-ran at the box office.
The company, unable to keep up with technological advancements, became an also-ran in the market.
The once-popular smartphone brand is now considered an also-ran in the fiercely competitive mobile industry.
The ambitious project started with great enthusiasm but ultimately became an also-ran in the world of innovation.
The team's lackluster performance made them an also-ran in the championship race.

a contestant who loses the contest

has-been, disaster, catastrophe, miss,débâcle, shipwreck, washout, dog, debacle, fizzle

winner,success, blockbuster, hit, success, blockbuster, hit, winner, smash, crackerjack

In the fiercely competitive race, he ended up being an also-ran, finishing far behind the leaders.

The team, once considered a strong contender, turned into an also-ran after a series of disappointing performances.

Despite high expectations, the ambitious startup became an also-ran in the crowded tech industry.

The political candidate started as a front-runner but eventually became an also-ran in the election.