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frontrunner

[/ˈfrʌntˌrʌnər/]
nounpl: frontrunners
favorito
1. A person or thing that is leading in a race, competition, or election
She is the frontrunner for the presidential election.
Ela é a favorita para a eleição presidencial.
2. Someone or something that is ahead of others in development or progress
This company is a frontrunner in renewable energy technology.
Esta empresa é líder em tecnologia de energia renovável.
3. A competitor who is in the lead position during a race or competition
The frontrunner maintained his lead throughout the marathon.
O líder manteve sua vantagem durante toda a maratona.
NYC Slang
top dog, number one pick
Synonyms
leaderfavoritefrontmanpace-setterchampion
Antonyms
underdoglaggardtrailing competitor

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
favorito
most common translation in electoral and sports contexts
General Brazilian
líder
used when emphasizing the leading position
Portugal
favorito
standard term used in political and sports reporting
Portugal
candidato destacado
used in more formal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

take the lead
ahead of the pack
in the running
leading the charge
set the pace
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