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conventionalist

noun

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as in traditionalist

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  1. traditionalist
  2. conformist
  3. follower
Noun
  • The choice of Kijanangoma, who is known as a down-to-earth broadcaster, was likely aimed at appealing to traditionalists seeking continuity and those against having another child on the throne.
    — Rodney Muhumuza, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026
  • In a bright spot, country traditionalist Sierra Ferrell attracted more than 8,600, an impressive number given her lack of mainstream airplay.
    — Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 8 Sep. 2026
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  • The setting may be out of time, but speaks to the present, as the villagers’ conservatism manifests as rejection, suspicion and persecution — treating outsiders or non-conformists as an invading pathogen.
    — Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 12 Apr. 2026
  • The solace and the pathos in Updike’s and Rosenberg’s work come from realizing that in many cases, conformists can’t win either.
    — Boris Kachka, The Atlantic, 3 Apr. 2026
Definition of conformist
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  • Aunty Joy, as she is affectionately called by her followers, which include people in the Australian government, is an Indigenous Australian and Senior Wurundjeri elder of the Kulin Alliance, Victoria.
    — Armando Salguero OutKick, FOXNews.com, 11 Sep. 2026
  • In his announcement statement, the mayor pointed to Cohen’s over 700,000 followers across social media.
    — Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 11 Sep. 2026
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