Semi-
Would-be
Would-be adjective - Unfulfilled or frustrated in realizing an ambition.
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Talking Down the Suicidal: A semi-regular occurence; the squad will get a call about a jumper and then return with the would-be suicide.
Source: Series / Barney Miller -
A semi-regular occurrence on Barney Miller, where the squad will get a call about a jumper and then return with the would-be suicide.
Source: Talking Down the Suicidal -
His life on the road and his relationship with his family is covered in more depth, and the aspect of the character as a Career Transition Counselor is downplayed in favor of his status as a would-be novelist and a semi-successful business coach.
Source: Literature / Up in the Air
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