host

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as in announcer
a person who conducts a program of entertainment by making introductions and providing continuity our favorite morning TV show has a new host

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as in army
a large body of men and women organized for land warfare the small band of defenders was no match for the enemy's mighty host of thousands

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Recent Examples of host Kirk, 31, was a hugely successful political field organizer, TikTok influencer, radio host, nonprofit leader and public speaker all rolled up in one telegenic figure. Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 10 Sep. 2025 Fintechs and a host of other companies that might not yet be household names will someday be able to deliver a wide set of sophisticated financial tools, at scale, to millions of investors through a digital-first model. Chris Perry, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025 The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce partnered again with MiraCosta College ~ San Elijo this school year which is host and sponsor of the monthly breakfasts. News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Sep. 2025 According to the club, the structural work is complete, but improvements are being made, such as soundproofing the stadium to host concerts and installing lighting on the exterior. Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for host
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Noun
  • Hosted by Drew Carey and announcer George Gray, contestants will continue to compete in another season for cash, cars, vacations and other prizes.
    Giana Levy, Variety, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Joining Brady are announcer Jonathan Mangum, model Tiffany Coyne and musician Cat Gray.
    Denise Petski, Deadline, 8 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The earthquake swarm—rare for the earthquake—prompted the South Carolina Emergency Management Division to urge residents to review earthquake preparedness steps and insurance options.
    Shane Croucher John Feng, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
  • At the same time, the side that can deploy drone swarms in larger quantities than interceptors will retain an offensive advantage.
    Vikram Mittal, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The Kansas City Chiefs and a small army of oral health volunteers transformed GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium into a kid-friendly dental clinic for a unique dental tailgate party.
    Tammy Ljungblad, Kansas City Star, 10 Sep. 2025
  • On Tuesday night, the Nepali army deployed troops to restore order after prominent government buildings were set on fire, politicians were attacked and violent clashes erupted between protesters and government forces.
    Juliana Kim, NPR, 10 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Bear is a Great Pyrenees, a large breed that can grow up to 32 inches tall at the shoulder and weigh more than 100 pounds, first bred to protect flocks of sheep from wolves and other large predators, according to the American Kennel Club.
    Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Wicks’ modest-but-devoted flock includes devout church lady Martha Delacroix (Close), circumspect groundskeeper Samson Holt (Church), tightly-wound lawyer Vera Draven, Esq.
    Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The management staff includes one fire chief, one deputy chief, one administrative battalion chief and three deputy battalion chiefs.
    Karen Kucher, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Aug. 2025
  • The career infantry officer has commanded at every level from platoon to battalion.
    Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 22 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • Over the weekend, massive crowds gathered in downtown Chicago to protest a federal takeover and voice support for immigrants, according to WLS.
    Deena Zaru, ABC News, 9 Sep. 2025
  • Beneath the canopy of a giant Ethiopian flag, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed addressed a crowd of dignitaries including the presidents of Somalia, Djibouti and Kenya.
    CNN Money, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Race day is sensory overload; a heaving throng in shorts and sneakers, in charity tops and fancy dress.
    George Caulkin, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
  • In the accompanying music video, NBATAE, clad in a San Antonio Spurs jersey and shades, is wheeled around his neighborhood while surrounded by a throng of supporters, immediate and extended family.
    Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 2 Sep. 2025
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  • As an extra challenge for Wheat, the extended (and hair-raisingly hilarious) sequence of a horde of children running through glass doors and breaking down wooden fences was accomplished by 17 little people, meaning the hairstylist had to match each stunt double’s hair to a child actor’s.
    Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025
  • Cut to 28 days later, when Spike was rescued from a horde of infected by Sir Jimmy Crystal (Jack O'Connell), another original survivor who turned out to be the leader of a barbaric cult.
    Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 3 Sep. 2025

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“Host.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/host. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.

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