Word for a person who raises his/her skill/performance according to degree of hardness of situation
I am looking for a word that describes a person described in the description of the title.
An example of such a person would be a person who comfortably passes the (easier) qualifiers and gradually performs even better as opponents get tougher in the final stages of a tournament.
The person does not necessarily relax when he knows he can easily win, but "naturally" performs better as the stakes get higher.
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I am looking for a word that describes a person described in the description of the title.
An example of such a person would be a person who comfortably passes the (easier) qualifiers and gradually performs even better as opponents get tougher in the final stages of a tournament.
The person does not necessarily relax when he knows he can easily win, but "naturally" performs better as the stakes get higher.
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asked Dec 11 at 16:02
ab123
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"Progressive" might cover the gradually performing better aspect, but does not necessarily mean they find the early stages easier - it does however suggest that they passed the earlier rounds in order to progress?
– Sam
Dec 11 at 16:15
@Sam but assuming the earlier stages are easier?
– ab123
Dec 11 at 16:18
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@ab123 - also, "competitive" describes someone who gives a good game against any opponent. I went for progressive as it means "developing gradually or in stages" - it seemed to fit your requirements better if it had to be a single word!
– Sam
Dec 11 at 16:56
Possible/partial duplicate of english.stackexchange.com/questions/304332/…
– user3445853
Dec 13 at 11:51
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I am looking for a word that describes a person described in the description of the title.
An example of such a person would be a person who comfortably passes the (easier) qualifiers and gradually performs even better as opponents get tougher in the final stages of a tournament.
The person does not necessarily relax when he knows he can easily win, but "naturally" performs better as the stakes get higher.
single-word-requests meaning
asked Dec 11 at 16:02
ab123
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I am looking for a word that describes a person described in the description of the title.
An example of such a person would be a person who comfortably passes the (easier) qualifiers and gradually performs even better as opponents get tougher in the final stages of a tournament.
The person does not necessarily relax when he knows he can easily win, but "naturally" performs better as the stakes get higher.
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ab123
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"Progressive" might cover the gradually performing better aspect, but does not necessarily mean they find the early stages easier - it does however suggest that they passed the earlier rounds in order to progress?
– Sam
Dec 11 at 16:15
@Sam but assuming the earlier stages are easier?
– ab123
Dec 11 at 16:18
2
@ab123 - also, "competitive" describes someone who gives a good game against any opponent. I went for progressive as it means "developing gradually or in stages" - it seemed to fit your requirements better if it had to be a single word!
– Sam
Dec 11 at 16:56
Possible/partial duplicate of english.stackexchange.com/questions/304332/…
– user3445853
Dec 13 at 11:51
add a comment |
"Progressive" might cover the gradually performing better aspect, but does not necessarily mean they find the early stages easier - it does however suggest that they passed the earlier rounds in order to progress?
– Sam
Dec 11 at 16:15
@Sam but assuming the earlier stages are easier?
– ab123
Dec 11 at 16:18
2
@ab123 - also, "competitive" describes someone who gives a good game against any opponent. I went for progressive as it means "developing gradually or in stages" - it seemed to fit your requirements better if it had to be a single word!
– Sam
Dec 11 at 16:56
Possible/partial duplicate of english.stackexchange.com/questions/304332/…
– user3445853
Dec 13 at 11:51
"Progressive" might cover the gradually performing better aspect, but does not necessarily mean they find the early stages easier - it does however suggest that they passed the earlier rounds in order to progress?
– Sam
Dec 11 at 16:15
"Progressive" might cover the gradually performing better aspect, but does not necessarily mean they find the early stages easier - it does however suggest that they passed the earlier rounds in order to progress?
– Sam
Dec 11 at 16:15
@Sam but assuming the earlier stages are easier?
– ab123
Dec 11 at 16:18
@Sam but assuming the earlier stages are easier?
– ab123
Dec 11 at 16:18
2
2
@ab123 - also, "competitive" describes someone who gives a good game against any opponent. I went for progressive as it means "developing gradually or in stages" - it seemed to fit your requirements better if it had to be a single word!
– Sam
Dec 11 at 16:56
@ab123 - also, "competitive" describes someone who gives a good game against any opponent. I went for progressive as it means "developing gradually or in stages" - it seemed to fit your requirements better if it had to be a single word!
– Sam
Dec 11 at 16:56
Possible/partial duplicate of english.stackexchange.com/questions/304332/…
– user3445853
Dec 13 at 11:51
Possible/partial duplicate of english.stackexchange.com/questions/304332/…
– user3445853
Dec 13 at 11:51
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How about "clutch (player)"
per : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clutch_(sports)
Clutch performance in sports is the phenomenon of athletes under
pressure, usually in the last minutes of a game, to summon strength,
concentration and whatever else necessary to succeed, to perform well,
and perhaps change the outcome of the game. It occurs in basketball,
hockey, football, esports, and other sports. The opposite is
"choking": failing to perform as needed, when under pressure.
answered Dec 11 at 21:35
JonSG
42434
This can also apply to competitive gaming
– GrumpyCrouton
Dec 12 at 18:46
8
You should note this usage is very much American sports slang, not generally-used English. (You can confirm that on Google Trends, it shows the phrase pretty much only exists in the US, as opposed to 'rise to the challenge/occasion'. The bottom line is there is no generally-accepted noun-phrase). Ditto, 'raise your game', and the opposite choke (sports) are also American sports slang.
– smci
Dec 13 at 0:31
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The phrase that describes the act of matching skill/performance according to degree of hardness is "rise to the occasion."
I am not aware of a single word that is synonymous with this concept.
answered Dec 11 at 16:21
Tyler V
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I like this over "clutch". "Clutch" applies, typically (AmEn here) near the end of some situation. If you're talking generally, I'd go with Rise... For example, "John is a great worker. For years, he's constantly being promoted to tougher positions. However, he's always able to rise to the occasion and get the job done." That fits better than saying "John is a clutch employee, always being promoted...".
– BruceWayne
Dec 12 at 19:47
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I agree with others who have suggested that there may not be a word to describe such a person. But there are words that describe the attitude, or activity.
Let's start from the opposite end. How would you describe the opposite behavior? A person who did more than was necessary could be described as acting excessively. So we need to find antonyms for excessive.
A person who doesn't act excessively might be acting in a way that's moderate, or measured, or conservative, or efficient. These all seem like fine descriptions, each emphasizing a different quality, or reason for non-excessiveness.
answered Dec 11 at 18:16
Juhasz
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We may use the word " COMMENSURATE WITH " and its noun form " COMMENSURATION " but naming the person who does so is rather difficult.
The adjective means corresponding in size, degree or proportion.
We may use a term from mathematics , EXPONENT where the process of using exponent is called raising to a power. However, the expression should be properly worded to hold the meaning.
answered Dec 11 at 18:46
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So I think that "progressive" is the most apt adjective. They could be a progressor, but I do not think that is as accurate as the adjective. There are many words to describe a good sporting competitor, but in terms of your original question you cannot get much better than "progressive" as a single word.
answered Dec 11 at 23:52
Sam
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Call the person a contender. The word suggests that at every level of competition, even the highest, the person was ready.
answered Dec 11 at 22:43
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You could also use the adjective "Tenacious" or the noun concept "Tenacity".
answered Dec 12 at 13:23
Elliot Crompton
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– Chappo
Dec 12 at 21:46
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A dark horse is a possible description:
- a horse or a politician who wins a race or competition although no
one expected them to
Typically, a sports commentator would use this expression when a contender has exceeded expectations at any stage of a competition.
answered Dec 12 at 13:50
mungflesh
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Dark horse is negative, like stalking horse.
– user3445853
Dec 13 at 11:48
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If the difficulty of the situation is due to competition with other people, then the person could be called competitive.
answered Dec 13 at 7:44
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How about a "performer"? Careful to frame it so it's not seen as "theatrical"/dishonest. "Pressure-junkie".
answered Dec 13 at 11:52
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"Pressure junkie" might well be a reasonable answer. It'd be better again as an answer for this site if it were sourced, perhaps with some real-world examples or a dictionary entry, if you can find one. Take a look at how to answer.
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How about "clutch (player)"
per : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clutch_(sports)
Clutch performance in sports is the phenomenon of athletes under
pressure, usually in the last minutes of a game, to summon strength,
concentration and whatever else necessary to succeed, to perform well,
and perhaps change the outcome of the game. It occurs in basketball,
hockey, football, esports, and other sports. The opposite is
"choking": failing to perform as needed, when under pressure.
answered Dec 11 at 21:35
JonSG
42434
This can also apply to competitive gaming
– GrumpyCrouton
Dec 12 at 18:46
8
You should note this usage is very much American sports slang, not generally-used English. (You can confirm that on Google Trends, it shows the phrase pretty much only exists in the US, as opposed to 'rise to the challenge/occasion'. The bottom line is there is no generally-accepted noun-phrase). Ditto, 'raise your game', and the opposite choke (sports) are also American sports slang.
– smci
Dec 13 at 0:31
add a comment |
How about "clutch (player)"
per : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clutch_(sports)
Clutch performance in sports is the phenomenon of athletes under
pressure, usually in the last minutes of a game, to summon strength,
concentration and whatever else necessary to succeed, to perform well,
and perhaps change the outcome of the game. It occurs in basketball,
hockey, football, esports, and other sports. The opposite is
"choking": failing to perform as needed, when under pressure.
answered Dec 11 at 21:35
JonSG
42434
This can also apply to competitive gaming
– GrumpyCrouton
Dec 12 at 18:46
8
You should note this usage is very much American sports slang, not generally-used English. (You can confirm that on Google Trends, it shows the phrase pretty much only exists in the US, as opposed to 'rise to the challenge/occasion'. The bottom line is there is no generally-accepted noun-phrase). Ditto, 'raise your game', and the opposite choke (sports) are also American sports slang.
– smci
Dec 13 at 0:31
add a comment |
How about "clutch (player)"
per : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clutch_(sports)
Clutch performance in sports is the phenomenon of athletes under
pressure, usually in the last minutes of a game, to summon strength,
concentration and whatever else necessary to succeed, to perform well,
and perhaps change the outcome of the game. It occurs in basketball,
hockey, football, esports, and other sports. The opposite is
"choking": failing to perform as needed, when under pressure.
answered Dec 11 at 21:35
JonSG
42434
How about "clutch (player)"
per : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clutch_(sports)
Clutch performance in sports is the phenomenon of athletes under
pressure, usually in the last minutes of a game, to summon strength,
concentration and whatever else necessary to succeed, to perform well,
and perhaps change the outcome of the game. It occurs in basketball,
hockey, football, esports, and other sports. The opposite is
"choking": failing to perform as needed, when under pressure.
answered Dec 11 at 21:35
JonSG
42434
answered Dec 11 at 21:35
JonSG
42434
answered Dec 11 at 21:35
JonSG
42434
answered Dec 11 at 21:35
JonSG
42434
42434
This can also apply to competitive gaming
– GrumpyCrouton
Dec 12 at 18:46
8
You should note this usage is very much American sports slang, not generally-used English. (You can confirm that on Google Trends, it shows the phrase pretty much only exists in the US, as opposed to 'rise to the challenge/occasion'. The bottom line is there is no generally-accepted noun-phrase). Ditto, 'raise your game', and the opposite choke (sports) are also American sports slang.
– smci
Dec 13 at 0:31
add a comment |
This can also apply to competitive gaming
– GrumpyCrouton
Dec 12 at 18:46
8
You should note this usage is very much American sports slang, not generally-used English. (You can confirm that on Google Trends, it shows the phrase pretty much only exists in the US, as opposed to 'rise to the challenge/occasion'. The bottom line is there is no generally-accepted noun-phrase). Ditto, 'raise your game', and the opposite choke (sports) are also American sports slang.
– smci
Dec 13 at 0:31
This can also apply to competitive gaming
– GrumpyCrouton
Dec 12 at 18:46
This can also apply to competitive gaming
– GrumpyCrouton
Dec 12 at 18:46
8
8
You should note this usage is very much American sports slang, not generally-used English. (You can confirm that on Google Trends, it shows the phrase pretty much only exists in the US, as opposed to 'rise to the challenge/occasion'. The bottom line is there is no generally-accepted noun-phrase). Ditto, 'raise your game', and the opposite choke (sports) are also American sports slang.
– smci
Dec 13 at 0:31
You should note this usage is very much American sports slang, not generally-used English. (You can confirm that on Google Trends, it shows the phrase pretty much only exists in the US, as opposed to 'rise to the challenge/occasion'. The bottom line is there is no generally-accepted noun-phrase). Ditto, 'raise your game', and the opposite choke (sports) are also American sports slang.
– smci
Dec 13 at 0:31
add a comment |
The phrase that describes the act of matching skill/performance according to degree of hardness is "rise to the occasion."
I am not aware of a single word that is synonymous with this concept.
answered Dec 11 at 16:21
Tyler V
50113
3
I like this over "clutch". "Clutch" applies, typically (AmEn here) near the end of some situation. If you're talking generally, I'd go with Rise... For example, "John is a great worker. For years, he's constantly being promoted to tougher positions. However, he's always able to rise to the occasion and get the job done." That fits better than saying "John is a clutch employee, always being promoted...".
– BruceWayne
Dec 12 at 19:47
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The phrase that describes the act of matching skill/performance according to degree of hardness is "rise to the occasion."
I am not aware of a single word that is synonymous with this concept.
answered Dec 11 at 16:21
Tyler V
50113
3
I like this over "clutch". "Clutch" applies, typically (AmEn here) near the end of some situation. If you're talking generally, I'd go with Rise... For example, "John is a great worker. For years, he's constantly being promoted to tougher positions. However, he's always able to rise to the occasion and get the job done." That fits better than saying "John is a clutch employee, always being promoted...".
– BruceWayne
Dec 12 at 19:47
add a comment |
The phrase that describes the act of matching skill/performance according to degree of hardness is "rise to the occasion."
I am not aware of a single word that is synonymous with this concept.
answered Dec 11 at 16:21
Tyler V
50113
The phrase that describes the act of matching skill/performance according to degree of hardness is "rise to the occasion."
I am not aware of a single word that is synonymous with this concept.
answered Dec 11 at 16:21
Tyler V
50113
answered Dec 11 at 16:21
Tyler V
50113
answered Dec 11 at 16:21
Tyler V
50113
answered Dec 11 at 16:21
Tyler V
50113
50113
3
I like this over "clutch". "Clutch" applies, typically (AmEn here) near the end of some situation. If you're talking generally, I'd go with Rise... For example, "John is a great worker. For years, he's constantly being promoted to tougher positions. However, he's always able to rise to the occasion and get the job done." That fits better than saying "John is a clutch employee, always being promoted...".
– BruceWayne
Dec 12 at 19:47
add a comment |
3
I like this over "clutch". "Clutch" applies, typically (AmEn here) near the end of some situation. If you're talking generally, I'd go with Rise... For example, "John is a great worker. For years, he's constantly being promoted to tougher positions. However, he's always able to rise to the occasion and get the job done." That fits better than saying "John is a clutch employee, always being promoted...".
– BruceWayne
Dec 12 at 19:47
3
3
I like this over "clutch". "Clutch" applies, typically (AmEn here) near the end of some situation. If you're talking generally, I'd go with Rise... For example, "John is a great worker. For years, he's constantly being promoted to tougher positions. However, he's always able to rise to the occasion and get the job done." That fits better than saying "John is a clutch employee, always being promoted...".
– BruceWayne
Dec 12 at 19:47
I like this over "clutch". "Clutch" applies, typically (AmEn here) near the end of some situation. If you're talking generally, I'd go with Rise... For example, "John is a great worker. For years, he's constantly being promoted to tougher positions. However, he's always able to rise to the occasion and get the job done." That fits better than saying "John is a clutch employee, always being promoted...".
– BruceWayne
Dec 12 at 19:47
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I agree with others who have suggested that there may not be a word to describe such a person. But there are words that describe the attitude, or activity.
Let's start from the opposite end. How would you describe the opposite behavior? A person who did more than was necessary could be described as acting excessively. So we need to find antonyms for excessive.
A person who doesn't act excessively might be acting in a way that's moderate, or measured, or conservative, or efficient. These all seem like fine descriptions, each emphasizing a different quality, or reason for non-excessiveness.
answered Dec 11 at 18:16
Juhasz
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I agree with others who have suggested that there may not be a word to describe such a person. But there are words that describe the attitude, or activity.
Let's start from the opposite end. How would you describe the opposite behavior? A person who did more than was necessary could be described as acting excessively. So we need to find antonyms for excessive.
A person who doesn't act excessively might be acting in a way that's moderate, or measured, or conservative, or efficient. These all seem like fine descriptions, each emphasizing a different quality, or reason for non-excessiveness.
answered Dec 11 at 18:16
Juhasz
93215
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I agree with others who have suggested that there may not be a word to describe such a person. But there are words that describe the attitude, or activity.
Let's start from the opposite end. How would you describe the opposite behavior? A person who did more than was necessary could be described as acting excessively. So we need to find antonyms for excessive.
A person who doesn't act excessively might be acting in a way that's moderate, or measured, or conservative, or efficient. These all seem like fine descriptions, each emphasizing a different quality, or reason for non-excessiveness.
answered Dec 11 at 18:16
Juhasz
93215
I agree with others who have suggested that there may not be a word to describe such a person. But there are words that describe the attitude, or activity.
Let's start from the opposite end. How would you describe the opposite behavior? A person who did more than was necessary could be described as acting excessively. So we need to find antonyms for excessive.
A person who doesn't act excessively might be acting in a way that's moderate, or measured, or conservative, or efficient. These all seem like fine descriptions, each emphasizing a different quality, or reason for non-excessiveness.
answered Dec 11 at 18:16
Juhasz
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answered Dec 11 at 18:16
Juhasz
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answered Dec 11 at 18:16
Juhasz
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answered Dec 11 at 18:16
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We may use the word " COMMENSURATE WITH " and its noun form " COMMENSURATION " but naming the person who does so is rather difficult.
The adjective means corresponding in size, degree or proportion.
We may use a term from mathematics , EXPONENT where the process of using exponent is called raising to a power. However, the expression should be properly worded to hold the meaning.
answered Dec 11 at 18:46
Barid Baran Acharya
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We may use the word " COMMENSURATE WITH " and its noun form " COMMENSURATION " but naming the person who does so is rather difficult.
The adjective means corresponding in size, degree or proportion.
We may use a term from mathematics , EXPONENT where the process of using exponent is called raising to a power. However, the expression should be properly worded to hold the meaning.
answered Dec 11 at 18:46
Barid Baran Acharya
1,906613
add a comment |
We may use the word " COMMENSURATE WITH " and its noun form " COMMENSURATION " but naming the person who does so is rather difficult.
The adjective means corresponding in size, degree or proportion.
We may use a term from mathematics , EXPONENT where the process of using exponent is called raising to a power. However, the expression should be properly worded to hold the meaning.
answered Dec 11 at 18:46
Barid Baran Acharya
1,906613
We may use the word " COMMENSURATE WITH " and its noun form " COMMENSURATION " but naming the person who does so is rather difficult.
The adjective means corresponding in size, degree or proportion.
We may use a term from mathematics , EXPONENT where the process of using exponent is called raising to a power. However, the expression should be properly worded to hold the meaning.
answered Dec 11 at 18:46
Barid Baran Acharya
1,906613
answered Dec 11 at 18:46
Barid Baran Acharya
1,906613
answered Dec 11 at 18:46
Barid Baran Acharya
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answered Dec 11 at 18:46
Barid Baran Acharya
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So I think that "progressive" is the most apt adjective. They could be a progressor, but I do not think that is as accurate as the adjective. There are many words to describe a good sporting competitor, but in terms of your original question you cannot get much better than "progressive" as a single word.
answered Dec 11 at 23:52
Sam
785412
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So I think that "progressive" is the most apt adjective. They could be a progressor, but I do not think that is as accurate as the adjective. There are many words to describe a good sporting competitor, but in terms of your original question you cannot get much better than "progressive" as a single word.
answered Dec 11 at 23:52
Sam
785412
add a comment |
So I think that "progressive" is the most apt adjective. They could be a progressor, but I do not think that is as accurate as the adjective. There are many words to describe a good sporting competitor, but in terms of your original question you cannot get much better than "progressive" as a single word.
answered Dec 11 at 23:52
Sam
785412
So I think that "progressive" is the most apt adjective. They could be a progressor, but I do not think that is as accurate as the adjective. There are many words to describe a good sporting competitor, but in terms of your original question you cannot get much better than "progressive" as a single word.
answered Dec 11 at 23:52
Sam
785412
answered Dec 11 at 23:52
Sam
785412
answered Dec 11 at 23:52
Sam
785412
answered Dec 11 at 23:52
Sam
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Call the person a contender. The word suggests that at every level of competition, even the highest, the person was ready.
answered Dec 11 at 22:43
scenography
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Call the person a contender. The word suggests that at every level of competition, even the highest, the person was ready.
answered Dec 11 at 22:43
scenography
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Call the person a contender. The word suggests that at every level of competition, even the highest, the person was ready.
answered Dec 11 at 22:43
scenography
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Call the person a contender. The word suggests that at every level of competition, even the highest, the person was ready.
answered Dec 11 at 22:43
scenography
16015
answered Dec 11 at 22:43
scenography
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answered Dec 11 at 22:43
scenography
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answered Dec 11 at 22:43
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You could also use the adjective "Tenacious" or the noun concept "Tenacity".
answered Dec 12 at 13:23
Elliot Crompton
111
Please note, the system has flagged your answer for deletion as "low-quality because of its length and content." An answer on this site is expected to be authoritative, detailed, and explain why it is correct. I suggest you edit your answer - for example, adding a published definition (linked to the source) and an explanation for the OP's context. For further guidance, see How to Answer and take the Tour :-)
– Chappo
Dec 12 at 21:46
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You could also use the adjective "Tenacious" or the noun concept "Tenacity".
answered Dec 12 at 13:23
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You could also use the adjective "Tenacious" or the noun concept "Tenacity".
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You could also use the adjective "Tenacious" or the noun concept "Tenacity".
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Elliot Crompton
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A dark horse is a possible description:
- a horse or a politician who wins a race or competition although no
one expected them to
Typically, a sports commentator would use this expression when a contender has exceeded expectations at any stage of a competition.
answered Dec 12 at 13:50
mungflesh
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Dark horse is negative, like stalking horse.
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A dark horse is a possible description:
- a horse or a politician who wins a race or competition although no
one expected them to
Typically, a sports commentator would use this expression when a contender has exceeded expectations at any stage of a competition.
answered Dec 12 at 13:50
mungflesh
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Dark horse is negative, like stalking horse.
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A dark horse is a possible description:
- a horse or a politician who wins a race or competition although no
one expected them to
Typically, a sports commentator would use this expression when a contender has exceeded expectations at any stage of a competition.
answered Dec 12 at 13:50
mungflesh
1,389515
A dark horse is a possible description:
- a horse or a politician who wins a race or competition although no
one expected them to
Typically, a sports commentator would use this expression when a contender has exceeded expectations at any stage of a competition.
answered Dec 12 at 13:50
mungflesh
1,389515
answered Dec 12 at 13:50
mungflesh
1,389515
answered Dec 12 at 13:50
mungflesh
1,389515
answered Dec 12 at 13:50
mungflesh
1,389515
1,389515
Dark horse is negative, like stalking horse.
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Dark horse is negative, like stalking horse.
– user3445853
Dec 13 at 11:48
Dark horse is negative, like stalking horse.
– user3445853
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Dark horse is negative, like stalking horse.
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If the difficulty of the situation is due to competition with other people, then the person could be called competitive.
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If the difficulty of the situation is due to competition with other people, then the person could be called competitive.
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If the difficulty of the situation is due to competition with other people, then the person could be called competitive.
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Pikamander2
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If the difficulty of the situation is due to competition with other people, then the person could be called competitive.
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Pikamander2
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answered Dec 13 at 7:44
Pikamander2
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answered Dec 13 at 7:44
Pikamander2
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How about a "performer"? Careful to frame it so it's not seen as "theatrical"/dishonest. "Pressure-junkie".
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"Pressure junkie" might well be a reasonable answer. It'd be better again as an answer for this site if it were sourced, perhaps with some real-world examples or a dictionary entry, if you can find one. Take a look at how to answer.
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How about a "performer"? Careful to frame it so it's not seen as "theatrical"/dishonest. "Pressure-junkie".
answered Dec 13 at 11:52
user3445853
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"Pressure junkie" might well be a reasonable answer. It'd be better again as an answer for this site if it were sourced, perhaps with some real-world examples or a dictionary entry, if you can find one. Take a look at how to answer.
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How about a "performer"? Careful to frame it so it's not seen as "theatrical"/dishonest. "Pressure-junkie".
answered Dec 13 at 11:52
user3445853
1111
How about a "performer"? Careful to frame it so it's not seen as "theatrical"/dishonest. "Pressure-junkie".
answered Dec 13 at 11:52
user3445853
1111
answered Dec 13 at 11:52
user3445853
1111
answered Dec 13 at 11:52
user3445853
1111
answered Dec 13 at 11:52
user3445853
1111
1111
"Pressure junkie" might well be a reasonable answer. It'd be better again as an answer for this site if it were sourced, perhaps with some real-world examples or a dictionary entry, if you can find one. Take a look at how to answer.
– tmgr
Dec 13 at 12:44
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"Pressure junkie" might well be a reasonable answer. It'd be better again as an answer for this site if it were sourced, perhaps with some real-world examples or a dictionary entry, if you can find one. Take a look at how to answer.
– tmgr
Dec 13 at 12:44
"Pressure junkie" might well be a reasonable answer. It'd be better again as an answer for this site if it were sourced, perhaps with some real-world examples or a dictionary entry, if you can find one. Take a look at how to answer.
– tmgr
Dec 13 at 12:44
"Pressure junkie" might well be a reasonable answer. It'd be better again as an answer for this site if it were sourced, perhaps with some real-world examples or a dictionary entry, if you can find one. Take a look at how to answer.
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"Progressive" might cover the gradually performing better aspect, but does not necessarily mean they find the early stages easier - it does however suggest that they passed the earlier rounds in order to progress?
– Sam
Dec 11 at 16:15
@Sam but assuming the earlier stages are easier?
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@ab123 - also, "competitive" describes someone who gives a good game against any opponent. I went for progressive as it means "developing gradually or in stages" - it seemed to fit your requirements better if it had to be a single word!
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Possible/partial duplicate of english.stackexchange.com/questions/304332/…
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