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as in fans
someone who regularly spends time in a particular place
one of those muscle-bound denizens of the gym
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as in inhabitants
one who lives permanently in a place
the polar bear is an iconic denizen of the snowy Arctic
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Recent Examples of denizens
But that changed, and the case took a turn after two denizens of Nashville's street scene were identified as suspects.
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Amber Roberson, Nashville Tennessean, 7 Oct. 2025
After seven years of sharing a front yard, the Johnsons have gone from neighborhood newcomers to full-on denizens, really becoming the best of friends with the Butlers (though Calvin won’t admit it).
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2025
The denizens of Pynchon’s worlds often serve to personify and expose a nuanced message about society or humanity.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025
What follows is a dramedy that is simultaneously an anthropological examination of the film industry’s denizens and a disturbing — though often very funny — look at the fragility of identity in that world.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 25 Sep. 2025
From the unwilling denizens of Evelyn’s facility to the quirky residents of the town, the cast of unique characters built by Wayward creator Mae Martin is easy to spend time with.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 25 Sep. 2025
The action sports denizens would then snail mail the tapes to the agency.
—Daniel Kaplan, HollywoodReporter, 21 Aug. 2025
Having vanquished the murderous alliance of her love interest Tyler (Hunter Doohan) and teacher Marilyn Thornhill (Christina Ricci), who had been conspiring against the school’s outcast denizens, she’s hailed as a hero.
—Judy Berman, Time, 6 Aug. 2025
Viewing conditions are best in the Northern Hemisphere, though Southern denizens may also have a chance at spotting a handful.
—Michael D'estries, Travel + Leisure, 17 Mar. 2025
Amber Roberson, Nashville Tennessean, 7 Oct. 2025
After seven years of sharing a front yard, the Johnsons have gone from neighborhood newcomers to full-on denizens, really becoming the best of friends with the Butlers (though Calvin won’t admit it).
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2025
The denizens of Pynchon’s worlds often serve to personify and expose a nuanced message about society or humanity.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025
What follows is a dramedy that is simultaneously an anthropological examination of the film industry’s denizens and a disturbing — though often very funny — look at the fragility of identity in that world.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 25 Sep. 2025
From the unwilling denizens of Evelyn’s facility to the quirky residents of the town, the cast of unique characters built by Wayward creator Mae Martin is easy to spend time with.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 25 Sep. 2025
The action sports denizens would then snail mail the tapes to the agency.
—Daniel Kaplan, HollywoodReporter, 21 Aug. 2025
Having vanquished the murderous alliance of her love interest Tyler (Hunter Doohan) and teacher Marilyn Thornhill (Christina Ricci), who had been conspiring against the school’s outcast denizens, she’s hailed as a hero.
—Judy Berman, Time, 6 Aug. 2025
Viewing conditions are best in the Northern Hemisphere, though Southern denizens may also have a chance at spotting a handful.
—Michael D'estries, Travel + Leisure, 17 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for denizens
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After taking a break from live performances in 2024, pop star Demi Lovato is ready to give fans a new live show to celebrate her new album.—
Stephen Daw,
Billboard,
13 Oct. 2025
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Posed with a slight smile, the now 8-year-old has shed the long, bouncy curls Drake fans had grown accustomed to.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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The team aimed to study the past inhabitants’ diet and compare it with the diet of modern birds today.—
Taylor Nicioli,
CNN Money,
10 Oct. 2025
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Soon after, Kravitz began hosting an annual dental-care clinic, completely free of charge for the island’s inhabitants.—
Jazmine Hughes,
Robb Report,
9 Oct. 2025
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And for coffee lovers, the Barista Touch espresso machine delivers café-quality drinks with the tap of a finger.—
Melissa Knific,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
7 Oct. 2025
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That means this fall’s Diet Coke run is a must-grab moment for flavor lovers, retro enthusiasts and anyone who appreciates a good soda throwback.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
7 Oct. 2025
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Loans can be at least partially forgiven if graduates work serving the county’s Medi-Cal residents for at least five years after graduation.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Oct. 2025
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Her account adds to growing reports from residents across Hickman County who felt the shockwave from the explosion, which occurred at Accurate Energetic Systems in Bucksnort.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Oct. 2025
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No one knows for sure how many bars exist on Earth, but there are likely millions of spots around the world where patrons can get a glass of wine or a bottle of beer.—
Lilit Marcus,
CNN Money,
8 Oct. 2025
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Skull regularly sat on a bench outside the club, inviting people into the club where patrons could get a hamburger for 25 cents, two eggs for 50 cents and a Pabst Blue Ribbon beer for 35 cents.—
Keith Sharon,
Nashville Tennessean,
7 Oct. 2025
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The civil complaints detail past fatal incidents involving occupants becoming trapped inside Cybertrucks.—
Jennifer Rodriguez,
Sacbee.com,
7 Oct. 2025
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The boat contained eight Chinese occupants, including one who reportedly jumped or fell into the sea before being rescued soon afterward.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Oct. 2025
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After weeks of dry skies and dust, rain feels like a blessing … until the uninvited guests show up.—
Tiffany Acosta,
AZCentral.com,
11 Oct. 2025
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Here, breakfast baskets are delivered directly to guests' doorsteps, and the freestanding dry saunas offer a restorative retreat after a day outdoors.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Oct. 2025
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This is the discovery of researchers at Indiana University, who reported improvements in rats treated with the substance.—
Hannah Millington,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Oct. 2025
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Cats are common sightings around feed stores and garden centers, which contain large amounts of grain and seed that can be attractive to mice and rats.—
John Raby,
Fortune,
8 Oct. 2025
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“Denizens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/denizens. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
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