as in millionaires
a rich person who has at least a billion dollars, pounds, etc.
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Recent Examples of billionaires
Why should California’s billionaires pay a wealth tax, but not its near-billionaires?
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Annie Lowrey, The Atlantic, 28 Apr. 2026
California billionaires' combined wealth exceeds $1 trillion.
—Steve Large, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
The emirate has just 72 kilometers (45 miles) of natural shoreline, but artificial islands and peninsulas have provided far more beachfront for its 4 million residents, and the millionaires and billionaires who collect such properties.
—Manal Albarakati, semafor.com, 28 Apr. 2026
The Grammy winner spoke more in depth about her penchant for speaking out against ICE, billionaires and more hot-button political issues.
—Zack Sharf, Variety, 28 Apr. 2026
It would be dedicated to the heroic patience with which Americans have tolerated billionaires like him for so very long.
—Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
At least 25 billionaires listed among Forbes magazine’s 2025 rankings of the world’s 500 wealthiest people either lived in California or had some significant ties to the state, based on a review by The Associated Press.
—Sophie Austin, Fortune, 28 Apr. 2026
Under the proposal led by SEIU United Healthcare Workers West, billionaires would pay a tax of around 5% of their wealth, with 90% of the revenue going toward healthcare needs caused by federal budget cuts.
—Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 27 Apr. 2026
Most billionaires have used their wealth and privilege to lock in the status quo.
—Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
Annie Lowrey, The Atlantic, 28 Apr. 2026
California billionaires' combined wealth exceeds $1 trillion.
—Steve Large, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
The emirate has just 72 kilometers (45 miles) of natural shoreline, but artificial islands and peninsulas have provided far more beachfront for its 4 million residents, and the millionaires and billionaires who collect such properties.
—Manal Albarakati, semafor.com, 28 Apr. 2026
The Grammy winner spoke more in depth about her penchant for speaking out against ICE, billionaires and more hot-button political issues.
—Zack Sharf, Variety, 28 Apr. 2026
It would be dedicated to the heroic patience with which Americans have tolerated billionaires like him for so very long.
—Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
At least 25 billionaires listed among Forbes magazine’s 2025 rankings of the world’s 500 wealthiest people either lived in California or had some significant ties to the state, based on a review by The Associated Press.
—Sophie Austin, Fortune, 28 Apr. 2026
Under the proposal led by SEIU United Healthcare Workers West, billionaires would pay a tax of around 5% of their wealth, with 90% of the revenue going toward healthcare needs caused by federal budget cuts.
—Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 27 Apr. 2026
Most billionaires have used their wealth and privilege to lock in the status quo.
—Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for billionaires
Noun
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The emirate has just 72 kilometers (45 miles) of natural shoreline, but artificial islands and peninsulas have provided far more beachfront for its 4 million residents, and the millionaires and billionaires who collect such properties.—
Manal Albarakati,
semafor.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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According to the latest Federal Reserve data, the United States has more millionaires than ever.—
Matthew Lynn,
Washington Post,
27 Apr. 2026
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The Titanic is still a subject of worldwide fascination, in part because of the range of passengers aboard the ship, from paupers to plutocrats.—
Jill Lawless,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Apr. 2026
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The Titanic is still a subject of worldwide fascination, in part because of the range of passengers aboard the ship, from paupers to plutocrats.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Brin and a cohort of the ultrawealthy including Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong and venture capitalists Vinod Khosla and John Doerr have plowed millions into supporting Matt Mahan, a Silicon Valley mayor, with a back-to-basics agenda and a penchant for taking on the state’s Democratic establishment.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
27 Apr. 2026
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DeVos joins an eclectic mix of owners, including high-roller consortia, venture capitalists, entertainers, and celebrities.—
G.W. Allen,
Robb Report,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Billionaires.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/billionaires. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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