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Runner-up

Description:

Runner-up refers to a person or team that finishes in second place in a competition or contest.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses:

1. The second-place finisher in a competition.
2. A person who is the second-best in a particular activity or field.

Sample Sentences:

• John became the runner-up in the annual marathon race.
• The runner-up in the singing competition gave an outstanding performance.

Possible Related Products:

• Runner-up Medals
• Runner-up Trophies
• Runner-up Certificates