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Would-be

//ˈwʊd biː// adj, noun

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Adjective
  1. 1
    Attempting or desiring something. not-comparable

    "Would-be marines have to get through a rigorous examination."

  2. 2
    Unfulfilled; frustrated in realizing a goal, ambition, etc. not-comparable

    "Would-be film stars often become waitresses."

Adjective
  1. 1
    unfulfilled or frustrated in realizing an ambition wordnet
Noun
  1. 1
    One who aspires to something.

    "The would-bes are very sure that the managers have it in for them; just as most young writers regard publishers as being in conspiracy against budding genius."

  2. 2
    One's fiancé or fiancée. India

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