1
as in client
a person who buys a product or uses a service from a business
the store greatly values its regular customers
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2
as in person
a member of the human race
he's one tough customer, so you'd better not cross him
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Recent Examples of customer
This trend is quite commercial, so our customers are already investing in these pieces that are easy to match.
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Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2025
As Trump has wielded tariffs as a trade weapon, tech firms have had to stay on their toes, while sourcing short-term fixes to keep consumer costs low and avoid losing customers through potential price increases.
—Kyle Orland, ArsTechnica, 2 Sep. 2025
Any updates on those potential customers, along with general commentary on the market opportunity for custom chips, will be particularly noteworthy.
—Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2025
Its loyalty program is currently offering two exclusive deals for customers who order between the hours of 8 p.m. and 5 a.m., through Sept. 7.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
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Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2025
As Trump has wielded tariffs as a trade weapon, tech firms have had to stay on their toes, while sourcing short-term fixes to keep consumer costs low and avoid losing customers through potential price increases.
—Kyle Orland, ArsTechnica, 2 Sep. 2025
Any updates on those potential customers, along with general commentary on the market opportunity for custom chips, will be particularly noteworthy.
—Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2025
Its loyalty program is currently offering two exclusive deals for customers who order between the hours of 8 p.m. and 5 a.m., through Sept. 7.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for customer
Noun
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The latest commitment will allow Startup Junkie to continue the program for three years and expand the team's capacity to serve clients and prospective borrowers with more resources, hands-on support and events.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Sep. 2025
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While traditional agencies mainly focus on commission structures, Iftiu built his organization around leadership development and recruiting salespeople who are passionate about putting clients first.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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Authorities are combing through video from the scene, including this video which appears to show a person on the roof immediately following the shooting, according to sources familiar with the ongoing investigation.—
Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
11 Sep. 2025
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Republican strategist Michael Biundo was among many to observe how confident Kirk was from the jump, how undaunted by being new to the scene and often the youngest person in the mix.—
Eric Cortellessa,
Time,
11 Sep. 2025
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Already hacked off by the renovation fiasco, the company’s longtime patrons pounced, accusing the corporation of betraying its history and values.—
Graham Hillard,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
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In fact, Baoding counts multi-generational regulars as patrons.—
Shindy Chen,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Sep. 2025
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Another favorite comic novel of mine, this one follows a guy in Beijing who installs custom, old school sound systems for rich people.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
10 Sep. 2025
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Travis is a perfect addition to the rogue gallery of guys Rahill consistently plays across social media — hilarious and singular character studies of very particular and deeply cringey types of dude, replete with his trademark grin.—
Justin Caffier,
Vulture,
10 Sep. 2025
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Several of those were for big-name actors and directors playing themselves in guest-starring roles, including Martin Scorsese and Ron Howard.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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Finally, Sperka reminds guests not to worry about challenging light conditions.—
Jordi Lippe-McGraw,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Authorities arrested a man shortly after a bullet hit Kirk, Mason said during the news conference.—
Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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No man is worth missing Paris for.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
11 Sep. 2025
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Safe to use around children and pets, the faux flames come with a remote control function, automatic timers, and a 150-hour battery life.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Sep. 2025
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Lawson faces 10 to 40 years or life in prison on the first-degree murder charge.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Customer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/customer. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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