as in lover
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something
lifelong fans of country and western music
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as in to ignite
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Recent Examples of fan
Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 2 Nov. 2025
In the middle of his struggle, according to several people who were seated courtside, a fan started talking some serious trash.
—Jon Krawczynski, New York Times, 2 Nov. 2025
Phil Hay, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
Rizwan Manji’s Jamil the Janitor, mop in hand, then crossed the floor past Mel Tuck’s Old Man, and as the sequence built to a close, Cena hoisted Nhut Le’s Judomaster onto his shoulders while Eagly struggled to hit his mark and fan his wings wide.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 21 Aug. 2025
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Noun
That was the first Chiefs fans have heard of the name, and there was a mixed reaction from social-media users about the moniker.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 2 Nov. 2025
In the middle of his struggle, according to several people who were seated courtside, a fan started talking some serious trash.
—Jon Krawczynski, New York Times, 2 Nov. 2025
Verb
Questions about the forward were bound to be asked, firstly because of the flames around him over the summer and also because Pochettino’s comments about Pulisic sitting out the Gold Cup only served to fan them.
—Phil Hay, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
Rizwan Manji’s Jamil the Janitor, mop in hand, then crossed the floor past Mel Tuck’s Old Man, and as the sequence built to a close, Cena hoisted Nhut Le’s Judomaster onto his shoulders while Eagly struggled to hit his mark and fan his wings wide.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 21 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fan
Noun
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This is slightly digressive, but Tunde and his lover, early on in the novel, have this big argument in Lahaina, in Hawaii.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
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Sonic lovers can add a personalized touch to their drink for a limited time at no cost.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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If Mamdani can ignite enthusiasm for civic engagement among Gen Z, that could be a boon for everyone.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
4 Nov. 2025
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Historic data In 2024, lightning strikes ignited 305 fires in California, resulting in 90,206 acres of wildland burned, according to NIFC data.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Ultimately, Turetsky says, Mamdani’s plans will rely on his ability to control and sway the board.—
Connor Greene,
Time,
5 Nov. 2025
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In the closing days of a special election on whether to remake California’s congressional districts, supporters and opponents of Proposition 50 have made a final push in San Diego County to sway voters on a ballot measure that could help decide control of Congress.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Remove any canes that are crossing or rubbing against each other, as well as any suckers that have formed.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
28 Oct. 2025
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What sort of a cinephile isn’t a sucker for movies about movies?—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
28 Oct. 2025
Verb
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These seemingly innocuous actions can kindle dry grass, potentially triggering a wildfire.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
29 Oct. 2025
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While Martin Scorsese called it one of the scariest movies of all time, The Uninvited kindles a wonderful romance between Rick and Stella.—
Steven Thrash,
Entertainment Weekly,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
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This heater has two heat settings and an oscillating base so heat is evenly distributed throughout your space.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
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Our judgments may oscillate, but our fascination stays constant.—
Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
20 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Inspired by true events that were investigated by paranormal enthusiasts Ed and Lorraine Warren, the movie centers around a family in a rural farmhouse who begin experiencing paranormal activity.—
Keith Langston,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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Thankfully, a small group of Pacific Northwest growers and enthusiasts has taken on the role of chicory evangelists, teaching chefs and consumers alike how to recognize and prepare puntarelle.—
Katie Parla,
Saveur,
30 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The hairstylist who accidentally set off the sprinklers called Fishers Fire Department.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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Russia’s last nuclear test was in 1990 and the US last set off a nuclear device in 1992.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
30 Oct. 2025
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“Fan.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fan. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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