Describe the other contestants in a competition before, and after, the winner has won

1. The beauty pageant had finally arrived.
2. The contestants were lined up on stage in elegant gowns and sparkling jewels.
3. The contestants had diverse personalities and characters.
4. Rebecca was a veteran of pageants and radiated an air of assuredness.
5. Emily was timid and struggled to keep her nerves in check.
6. Samantha was bubbly and drew the audience in with her vivacious spirit.
7. The tension grew thicker as the competition progressed.
8. Rebecca won the crown and the audience erupted in cheers and applause.
9. Emily looked deflated and Samantha's eyes betrayed a hint of disappointment.
10. The beauty pageant was not just about winning, but about the journey and experiences that came with it.