nominees
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌnɑməˈniz// UK //nˈɒmɪnˌiːz// nom·i·nees
n. people who have been officially suggested for a prize, a job, or a position.
n. individuals formally proposed as candidates for an award, office, or honour. Often used in the plural to refer to the group of finalists in a competition.
The nominees for Best Actor are waiting for the results.
All the nominees for the local election must submit their paperwork by the end of the week.
While the committee initially considered dozens of applicants, they eventually narrowed the field to five nominees whose professional achievements aligned most closely with the organisation's long-term strategic goals.
Usage
Typically used in the plural when referring to a group of candidates; often followed by the preposition 'for'.