as in lovers
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something
skiing enthusiasts can't wait for the first snowfall of the season
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Recent Examples of enthusiasts
Avid entertainers and wellness enthusiasts will love the 6,950-square-foot home and its chef’s kitchen with dual islands.
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Dallas Morning News, 29 Mar. 2026
Calgary, Alberta The third-largest city by population in Canada, Calgary offers a vibrant destination for literary enthusiasts that is a refreshing change of pace from the often sleepy, romantic bookish towns.
—Lara Kramer, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Mar. 2026
In China, OpenClaw has received a particularly fervent welcome among AI enthusiasts and novices alike.
—CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2026
The estate provides substantial space for five cars inside its garages, an amenity well suited for collectors and automotive enthusiasts.
—David Caraccio
march 28, Sacbee.com, 28 Mar. 2026
The brand's latest offering is a more premium phone for typing enthusiasts.
—New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2026
The Blossom Kite Festival, part of the National Cherry Blossom Festival, draws enthusiasts of all skill levels from across the world to the National Mall every year.
—Pete Kiehart, Washington Post, 28 Mar. 2026
Since 1967, American off-road enthusiasts have flocked to Moab, Utah, each spring for the Easter Jeep Safari.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2026
If those changes aren’t enough to tease performance enthusiasts away from the gasoline-only Grand Sport, Chevy has more goodies on offer.
—Byron Hurd, The Drive, 26 Mar. 2026
Dallas Morning News, 29 Mar. 2026
Calgary, Alberta The third-largest city by population in Canada, Calgary offers a vibrant destination for literary enthusiasts that is a refreshing change of pace from the often sleepy, romantic bookish towns.
—Lara Kramer, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Mar. 2026
In China, OpenClaw has received a particularly fervent welcome among AI enthusiasts and novices alike.
—CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2026
The estate provides substantial space for five cars inside its garages, an amenity well suited for collectors and automotive enthusiasts.
—David Caraccio
march 28, Sacbee.com, 28 Mar. 2026
The brand's latest offering is a more premium phone for typing enthusiasts.
—New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2026
The Blossom Kite Festival, part of the National Cherry Blossom Festival, draws enthusiasts of all skill levels from across the world to the National Mall every year.
—Pete Kiehart, Washington Post, 28 Mar. 2026
Since 1967, American off-road enthusiasts have flocked to Moab, Utah, each spring for the Easter Jeep Safari.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2026
If those changes aren’t enough to tease performance enthusiasts away from the gasoline-only Grand Sport, Chevy has more goodies on offer.
—Byron Hurd, The Drive, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enthusiasts
Noun
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This cozy getaway is designed for vintage lovers and hygge seekers—and is almost guaranteed to make it onto your Instagram feed.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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The event, which was started by the city but is now run by Red Rock 4-Wheelers, gives 4×4 lovers a chance to responsibly drive on trails through one of the most beautiful natural settings in the country.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
27 Mar. 2026
Noun
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In this week’s reader mailbag, Charlotte Observer reporter Alex Zietlow answers questions on the minds of Panthers fans.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
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In fact, many who come are fans of Frank Lloyd Wright.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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One of the largest suckers in North America, the Razorback Sucker can grow up to three feet long.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2026
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This is done by removing suckers early for several weeks after transplanting.—
Barbara Gillette,
The Spruce,
15 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio said radical religious fanatics leading Iran can’t be trusted with a nuclear weapon after attacking embassies and hotels during the war.—
Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2026
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Attention discounted shoe shopping fanatics.—
Olivia Evans,
Louisville Courier Journal,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Enthusiasts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enthusiasts. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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