as in lovers
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something
lifelong fans of country and western music
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Recent Examples of fans
Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 16 Mar. 2026
Zendaya first sparked wedding rumors last month when she was spotted with a gold band in place of her usual rock, though fans were unsure if the actor had simply turned her ring towards her palm or switched to a simpler ring to keep the real one safe.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 16 Mar. 2026
Hensley made 23 saves and the Frost held off a furious rally from the New York Sirens to win 4-3 in front of 15,512 fans — another statement of intent for this city and its hope to land a professional women’s hockey team in the near future.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 16 Mar. 2026
Professional women's hockey took center stage at Denver's Ball Arena on Sunday, and many fans are hoping to see more.
—Spencer Wilson, CBS News, 16 Mar. 2026
Not all fans were racing aficionados.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Mar. 2026
One final winnable game had slipped away, forcing the Aztecs and their fans to beg for a mulligan.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
His comments sent social media into a frenzy, with fans wondering if the news was true.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 16 Mar. 2026
Companies like Acorn, which specializes in British TV, and Crunchyroll, devoted to anime, had built real businesses on niches with passionate fans.
—Lucas Shaw, Bloomberg, 9 Mar. 2026
Noun
Minnesota killing off a late-period penalty was about the only highlight for Wild fans, who went to the second intermission a bit stunned at the deficit facing their team.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 16 Mar. 2026
Zendaya first sparked wedding rumors last month when she was spotted with a gold band in place of her usual rock, though fans were unsure if the actor had simply turned her ring towards her palm or switched to a simpler ring to keep the real one safe.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 16 Mar. 2026
Hensley made 23 saves and the Frost held off a furious rally from the New York Sirens to win 4-3 in front of 15,512 fans — another statement of intent for this city and its hope to land a professional women’s hockey team in the near future.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 16 Mar. 2026
Professional women's hockey took center stage at Denver's Ball Arena on Sunday, and many fans are hoping to see more.
—Spencer Wilson, CBS News, 16 Mar. 2026
Not all fans were racing aficionados.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Mar. 2026
One final winnable game had slipped away, forcing the Aztecs and their fans to beg for a mulligan.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
His comments sent social media into a frenzy, with fans wondering if the news was true.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 16 Mar. 2026
Companies like Acorn, which specializes in British TV, and Crunchyroll, devoted to anime, had built real businesses on niches with passionate fans.
—Lucas Shaw, Bloomberg, 9 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fans
Noun
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Just like the verdant fields in Borrego Springs, San Diego County’s visual arts landscape will be in full bloom this season, with a bounty of vibrant exhibitions and events to keep art lovers busy all spring.—
Michael James Rocha,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
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Although many wine lovers equate cost with quality, Errazuriz is not concerned about the reasonable price.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
15 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Ultraviolet light from its host star triggers the creation of sulfur dioxide in the upper atmosphere, and a massive sub-surface magma ocean acts as a buffer, storing and releasing volatile gases over billions of years.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Mar. 2026
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Jumping from humid 85-degree tropical air into a cool swimming pool normally triggers a jolt of cold shock.—
Joe Jackson,
Outside,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Brobbey flicks the ball into the path of Diarra, who carries it into the vacated space, before his shot deflects off Axel Tuanzebe and gives Sunderland the lead.—
Ahmed Walid,
New York Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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As a director, his credits include A Family Man starring Gerard Butler, as well as the Liam Neeson flicks Honest Thief and Blacklight.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
5 Feb. 2026
Noun
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This is done by removing suckers early for several weeks after transplanting.—
Barbara Gillette,
The Spruce,
15 Mar. 2026
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Despite all of my research—my monastic study of the lines, my careful hunt for small edges, my righteous avoidance of the high-risk suckers’ bets that the apps were constantly pushing on me—I had been burned by a bad call from a random referee.—
McKay Coppins,
The Atlantic,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Overwatering lawns encourages moss growth, and shallow daily watering leaves grasses with shallow root systems.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
13 Mar. 2026
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Kepner is passionate about accountability and service journalism and encourages anyone to reach out to her to tell their story or share a tip.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Nett isn’t exactly known for lyrical acumen, but his punch-in-and-trail-off delivery stands out on an album that oscillates unevenly between party highlight reel and war story.—
Hattie Lindert,
Pitchfork,
13 Mar. 2026
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Wall Street often oscillates between hope and fear, euphoria and despair.—
Zachary Karabell,
Washington Post,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Fitness enthusiasts from around the world are participating in competitions along Ocean Drive, between Fifth and Eighth streets.—
Nikiya Carrero,
CBS News,
15 Mar. 2026
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The tally may even provide a sticker shock for BMW enthusiasts, who also may justify the hefty number considering the carmaker’s reputation as a driver’s delight.—
James Raia,
Mercury News,
15 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Every now and again, a brand-new book waves its knowing hand.—
Scott Hocker,
TheWeek,
11 Feb. 2026
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Dancer Natalie Reid approaches to take the barstool beside her, but Swift waves her away because the seat is reserved for her stone.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Fans.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fans. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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