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Postulant

One who makes a request or demand; hence, a candidate.

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Petitioner 76% connected

One who presents a petition.

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Requester 76% connected

One who requests; a petitioner.

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Suppliant 76% connected

Asking earnestly and submissively; entreating; beseeching; supplicating.

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Supplicant 76% connected

Entreating; asking submissively.

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