Competitor About Whose Abilities Little Is Known

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Updated: October 13, 2023

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	99%	9		Exact Match!
noun • a political candidate who is not well known but could win unexpectedly • a racehorse about which little is known
	33%	7		Salamander known for its regenerative abilities (and adorable appearance)
noun • larval salamander of mountain lakes of Mexico that usually lives without metamorphosing
	26%	10		A competitor who intentionally downplays their abilities to gain an advantage.
noun • someone who deceives you about his true nature or intent in order to take advantage of you

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