In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined:

Thousands of students are candidates for the examination but only very few pass

  • A come into
  • B call for
  • C go into
  • D enter for
  • E turn up for
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The correct answer is D. enter for

Among the given options, the phrase "enter for" is the closest in meaning to "are candidates. "

When someone enters for an examination, it means they are registering or applying to take part in it. 

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