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The phrase "a possible candidate" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing someone who may be suitable for a position or role, indicating that they are one of several options being considered.
Example: "After reviewing the applications, we have identified Sarah as a possible candidate for the marketing manager position."
Alternatives: "a potential candidate" or "a likely candidate".
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A possible candidate is Ingrid S.
He is getting mentioned as a possible candidate in 2016.
Its medical business in particular has been seen as a possible candidate for demerger.
I thought she was asking me to recommend a possible candidate.
During the evening there were several mentions of Mr. Bloomberg as a possible candidate for mayor.
Lord Burns, currently chairman of Santander in the UK, is also regarded as a possible candidate.
Ms. Katz, a Democrat, has also been mentioned as a possible candidate for speaker.
Today she's his third wife, and he's a possible candidate for the 2012 Republican presidential nomination.
However, Downing Street sources confirmed that American officials had suggested Mr Portillo as a possible candidate.
Moreover, Mr. Lavelle offered his name as a possible candidate within hours of Mrs. Connelly's announcement.
Two people suggested Ms. Lehman as a possible candidate for the job.
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a potential candidate
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a probable candidate
a conceivable candidate
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a proposed candidate
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a possible conclusion
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a possible condition
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