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cum
bent
Plural
incumbents
1
the current holder of a particular office or position, especially in politics
- The incumbent faced strong competition in the upcoming election.
- The incumbent has done little to address the growing concerns of the community.
- Despite his unpopularity, the incumbent remains in power.
- Many expect the incumbent to secure another term, given the current political climate.
- The incumbent used their influence to sway the decision in their favor.
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