Zoeken
Incumbent
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predikant
the current holder of a particular office or position, especially in politics
incumbent
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zittend
currently holding an office
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zittend
necessary or obligatory due to its inherent nature or current circumstances
03
zittend
lying or leaning on something else
Voorbeeld
The underdog candidate smashed the incumbent in the election, winning by a wide margin.
The decisive vote swung the outcome of the election in favor of the incumbent.
The incumbent aimed to carry their district by emphasizing their achievements.
Once the election results are announced, the incumbent will enter the lame duck phase until the new government is sworn in.
When you're the only candidate opposing the incumbent with widespread support, you can feel like a sitting duck in the political arena.
