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a group of people showing intense devotion to a cause, person, or work (as a film)
that mystery novelist, although long deceased, continues to have an enthusiastic audience
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Recent Examples of audience
Another weekend geared at different demos is June 5, with Amazon MGM Studios’ Masters of the Universe eyeing men and families and Paramount/Miramax’s Scary Movie diverse audiences.
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Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 6 May 2026
But so far local audiences have not gotten to see a full-length ballet choreographed by him.
—Liz Rothaus Bertrand, Charlotte Observer, 6 May 2026
This is an outdoor performance with audience interaction.
—Staff Report, Baltimore Sun, 6 May 2026
The media giant also founded TBS and TNT, which still have international audiences today.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 6 May 2026
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Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 6 May 2026
But so far local audiences have not gotten to see a full-length ballet choreographed by him.
—Liz Rothaus Bertrand, Charlotte Observer, 6 May 2026
This is an outdoor performance with audience interaction.
—Staff Report, Baltimore Sun, 6 May 2026
The media giant also founded TBS and TNT, which still have international audiences today.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 6 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for audience
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This is the first full edition of the fair following last year’s teaser, and pulling it together was far from straightforward.—
Daniel Cassady,
ARTnews.com,
1 May 2026
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The metro includes both Kansas City, Missouri, and Kansas City, Kansas, and both sides have developed their own barbecue followings.—
Taylor Haught,
Kansas City Star,
1 May 2026
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Experts say the appeal often goes beyond simple fandom, with many adults drawn to the parks for a sense of nostalgia, comfort and connection.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
7 May 2026
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One of the best fandoms in unscripted is the Love Island fandom.—
Josef Adalian,
Vulture,
7 May 2026
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Pretty in Pink — written by John Hughes and directed by Howard Deutch — became a cult classic after its theatrical release in February 1986.—
Brian Anthony Hernandez,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
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To Kim, the blueprint comes from Rei Kawakubo, the avant-garde founder behind the cult favorite label Comme des Garçons.—
Diana Tsui,
Footwear News,
3 May 2026
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“Audience.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/audience. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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