as in cliques
a group of people sharing a common interest and relating together socially
a coven of epicures who gather for monthly wine tastings
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Recent Examples of covens
Season 2 sees Louis and Claudia in Europe — just in time for World War II — and both novel and show expand outward to include things like vampire covens and AMC tie-in series to the further reaches of Rice’s lore.
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Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
6 June 2026
The Last Witch Hunter, about the one man who stands between humanity and the most horrible witch covens imaginable, grossed $130 million at the worldwide box office at the time of its initial theatrical release in 2015.
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Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
8 Sep. 2025
By then the witchy girl was everywhere, forming outcast covens in The Craft, fighting supernatural baddies in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Charmed, all grown up and empowered to destroy abusive boyfriends in Practical Magic.
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Judy Berman,
TIME,
10 Oct. 2024
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
6 June 2026
The Last Witch Hunter, about the one man who stands between humanity and the most horrible witch covens imaginable, grossed $130 million at the worldwide box office at the time of its initial theatrical release in 2015.
—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
8 Sep. 2025
By then the witchy girl was everywhere, forming outcast covens in The Craft, fighting supernatural baddies in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Charmed, all grown up and empowered to destroy abusive boyfriends in Practical Magic.
—
Judy Berman,
TIME,
10 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for covens
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Under Meza, player cliques developed, stars were pampered, discipline waned.
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Prosecutors said the killings were tied to Mara Salvatrucha, or MS-13, a transnational gang that maintains a presence in Los Angeles through smaller groups, or cliques, including in the San Fernando Valley and around MacArthur Park.
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Officials say shallow earthquakes can produce stronger shaking at the surface, increasing the potential impact for communities near the epicenter.
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His invention hasn't been implemented at any crosswalks yet, but Jung said his next step is to pilot SmartBlink with local governments in various communities.
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The active ingredients in the formula include niacinamide, adenosine, and allantoin, which work together to brighten dark circles, smooth fine lines, and reduce the appearance of wrinkles without irritating sensitive skin.
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The case reignited debate over corruption in Moroccan political circles.
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In Dublin and in later Irish protests outside asylum housing, far-right networks and online influencers used digital platforms to intensify grievances and spread anti-migrant views.
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The collaboration comes as demand grows for photonic technologies that can support next-generation telecommunications networks, advanced sensing systems, healthcare applications, and data center infrastructure.
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And there’s a privacy angle, too — one that matters in a beach town where a good day can draw crowds.
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Initial crowds were 59% male, meaning the film didn’t break out beyond the core superhero fanbase.
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Warrior Cats is based on Erin Hunter’s feline book series that follows the adventures and drama of multiple clans of feral cats.
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The event consists of live music, competition events such as highland dancing and sheepdog trials, food vendors and educational classes on what Scottish clans are.
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Choose from packs of four or five.
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Seeing people's faces change from confusion to disbelief to smiles (and possibly some relief) provided payback for hauling up those heavy packs.
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Armed gangs are also active in the northwest and north-central parts of the country.
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Unlike the cat-starring books many Gen-Zers read in elementary school, this one follows a pair of rival gangs.
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“Covens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/covens. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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