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as in champs
the person who comes in first in a competition
the champion of the national spelling bee
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as in proponents
a person who actively supports or favors a cause
she's the biggest champion of budget reform in the Congress
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as in advocates
to promote the interests or cause of
he has always championed the protection of abused animals
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Recent Examples of champions
Gabe Smallson, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
Amick responded to Green’s statement that the opinions of non-champions don’t matter, noting that Durant has two titles and two Finals MVP trophies.
—Jordy Fee-Platt, New York Times, 5 Nov. 2025
The 2024 champions, who defeated Notre Dame in the championship game earlier this year, have been stellar with an 8-0 start to no one’s surprise.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Kayla Poirier didn’t get the glory that comes associated with scoring a goal, but without a couple skillful touches by the senior, Mahtomedi would no longer have a chance to repeat as state champions.
—Mike Cook, Twin Cities, 29 Oct. 2025
Thunder stay unbeaten in title defense Around the league, there were five games played on Tuesday night, including the defending champions taking the floor to continue their lightning start to their title defense.
—Ben Morse, CNN Money, 29 Oct. 2025
SeriesFest champions episodic storytelling and emerging creators through festival showcases, professional development opportunities, and educational programs.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 28 Oct. 2025
The Dodgers how hold a 2-1 advantage over the Blue Jays in this best-of-seven series, the winner crowned champions of Major League Baseball.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 28 Oct. 2025
The latter was made the choice over one of seven former champions racing Saturday, Rebel’s Romance (5-2), who could become the first horse to win the $5 million Turf three times and only the third horse ever to complete a Cup hat trick.
—Jay Posner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Oct. 2025
Idaho Statesman, 29 Oct. 2025
The Republican who ostensibly champions liberty but justifies authoritarian impulses from the White House.
—John H Bolthouse, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Oct. 2025
Founded in 2015, AFS is a creative and cultural hub that champions Armenian films and empowers Armenian filmmakers.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 20 Sep. 2025
The whole concept also champions uniqueness, with the members scoping out outfits that feel true to themselves, while also being out of this world.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 19 Sep. 2025
Ai Weiwei’s work frequently champions free speech, gives a voice to the downtrodden.
—Leslie Katz, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The group champions the introduction of the Equal Earth projection, which aims to give Africa its magnitudinal due.
—Big Think, 2 Sep. 2025
Noun
The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Toronto Blue Jays in a thrilling World Series that will be remembered for decades to come, becoming the first back-to-back champions MLB has seen in 25 years.
—Gabe Smallson, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
Amick responded to Green’s statement that the opinions of non-champions don’t matter, noting that Durant has two titles and two Finals MVP trophies.
—Jordy Fee-Platt, New York Times, 5 Nov. 2025
The 2024 champions, who defeated Notre Dame in the championship game earlier this year, have been stellar with an 8-0 start to no one’s surprise.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Kayla Poirier didn’t get the glory that comes associated with scoring a goal, but without a couple skillful touches by the senior, Mahtomedi would no longer have a chance to repeat as state champions.
—Mike Cook, Twin Cities, 29 Oct. 2025
Thunder stay unbeaten in title defense Around the league, there were five games played on Tuesday night, including the defending champions taking the floor to continue their lightning start to their title defense.
—Ben Morse, CNN Money, 29 Oct. 2025
SeriesFest champions episodic storytelling and emerging creators through festival showcases, professional development opportunities, and educational programs.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 28 Oct. 2025
The Dodgers how hold a 2-1 advantage over the Blue Jays in this best-of-seven series, the winner crowned champions of Major League Baseball.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 28 Oct. 2025
The latter was made the choice over one of seven former champions racing Saturday, Rebel’s Romance (5-2), who could become the first horse to win the $5 million Turf three times and only the third horse ever to complete a Cup hat trick.
—Jay Posner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Oct. 2025
Verb
Like Redford, Frasure also champions low taxes.
—Idaho Statesman, 29 Oct. 2025
The Republican who ostensibly champions liberty but justifies authoritarian impulses from the White House.
—John H Bolthouse, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Oct. 2025
Founded in 2015, AFS is a creative and cultural hub that champions Armenian films and empowers Armenian filmmakers.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 20 Sep. 2025
The whole concept also champions uniqueness, with the members scoping out outfits that feel true to themselves, while also being out of this world.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 19 Sep. 2025
Ai Weiwei’s work frequently champions free speech, gives a voice to the downtrodden.
—Leslie Katz, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The group champions the introduction of the Equal Earth projection, which aims to give Africa its magnitudinal due.
—Big Think, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for champions
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What has been a bad defense rose up like champs.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
9 Nov. 2025
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Fresh off a five-set thriller, New Life rolled into the match with a chance to knock out the Nuggets, the reigning Class 2A champs.—
Andrew Cornelius,
Twin Cities,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Short-term rentals have been a hot-button issue for Nantucket, with supporters of tighter limits arguing that wealthy tourists are gobbling up all the housing options for workers and proponents of a more lax policy highlighting how important visitors are to the island’s economy.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
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The nascent market is currently led by the likes of Joby Aviation and Archer Aviation, and proponents say the technology can ease air traffic congestion.—
Samantha Subin,
CNBC,
4 Nov. 2025
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Work continues on the White House ballroom project as historic preservation advocates press for proper review procedures.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Nov. 2025
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Freedom of the Press Under the Current Administration — Presented by the Golden Globe Foundation, this session brings together journalists and advocates defending freedom of the press and the essential role of truth in sustaining democracy.—
Kimberly Nordyke,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Organizations that adopt this mindset at scale in the coming years will be the true winners—in the marketplace, within their communities, and even on the battlefield.—
Phil Gilbert,
Fortune,
12 Nov. 2025
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Previous winners include Mia McKenna-Bruce, Lashana Lynch, Letitia Wright, James McAvoy, Eva Green, Daniel Kaluuya, Kristen Stewart, Tom Hardy, Emma Mackey and, most recently, David Jonsson who received the award at the 2025 EE BAFTA Film Awards.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Just hearing ‘set piece’ sends a shiver down Liverpool supporters’ spines.—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, Selfless Love Foundation is able to offer this National Think Tank at no cost, including scholarships to cover youth’s travel and accommodations.—
Dana Perino,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Even at its most sorrowful, anti-authoritarian, and smart-alecky, Gunn’s work endorses a fundamentally promising vision of life.—
Matt Zoller Seitz,
Vulture,
31 Oct. 2025
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The Boston Herald endorses Will Onuoha, Erin Murphy, Ruthzee Louijeune and Frank Baker for Boston City Council.—
Boston Herald editorial staff,
Boston Herald,
26 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The prime exponents are Brentford, with whom Gronnemark has worked on a consultancy basis.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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“Champions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/champions. Accessed 23 Nov. 2025.
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