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aspiring

adj
1
Hoping or working to become something, typically used before a profession or role.
"She's an aspiring novelist working on her first book."
"The workshop is aimed at aspiring entrepreneurs."

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In plain EnglishDescribes someone actively working toward a goal or future role, but not there yet.

Common pairings
aspiring writer aspiring actor aspiring entrepreneur

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aspirings plural

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