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A "wannabe" is a person who is trying hard to be someone they aren't talented or qualified enough to be (thus, they are stuck as a "want to be"). For example, you are a wannabe if you aspire to be a lead singer like Mick Jagger but don't have the voice, charisma, or style.

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