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semi-finalists
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a participant who has advanced to the semi-final round of a competition or tournament
A semi-finalist is a person or team that reaches the semi-final stage of a competition, just one step away from the final. They have performed well enough throughout the event to be among the last few competitors, competing for a spot in the final match or round. Even if they do not secure a place in the final, reaching the semi-finals is a significant achievement, as it shows that they are among the top competitors in the event. Semi-finalists are often recognized for their skill and performance.
- The soccer team celebrated their victory, knowing they were now semi-finalists.
- The judges selected ten semi-finalists from hundreds of audition tapes.
- After a tense match, they emerged as semi-finalists in the tennis championship.
- Her artwork impressed the jury, securing her place as a semi-finalist in the art competition.
- Being a semi-finalist in the cooking contest meant she was one step closer to the prize.