1
as in stretches (out)
to arrange the parts of (something) over a wider area
the accordionist smoothly fanned out the bellows of his instrument as he played
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2
as in branches
to extend outwards from or as if from a central point
most of the city's subway lines fan out from this central station
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fans (out)
Verb
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His demise, paired with the disappearance of mobster-type Nicky Caccimelio (Bobby Cannavale), sets the trio on the first phase of their adventures, which inevitably branches into fresh red herrings in customary Only Murders fashion.—
Nicholas Quah,
Vulture,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The vulnerability of Martin’s work extends to their stand-up and what their audience expects.—
Senior Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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Broder’s legacy extends beyond his client list, which included sitcom writer David Lloyd and his son, Modern Family co-creator Christopher Lloyd, and big packages.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
24 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Joy radiates in the room, and a dog-eat-dog environment where people cut each other off is replaced by open collaboration.—
Barry Levitt,
Time,
19 Sep. 2025
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The Palais des Festivals still radiates glamour, the Croisette is perfect for a stroll, and the beach clubs invite long, golden afternoons with rosé and Riviera breeze.—
Jeryl Brunner,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The second volume expands the story of the Galactic Empire, while the third delves into the underworld of bounty hunters.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 Sep. 2025
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This foldable tote bag condenses down to almost nothing, but expands to hold everything from beach towels to a grocery haul.—
Julie Rousseau,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Clematis climbs by wrapping its short leaf stems around support structures and may initially require a string or wire to climb.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
22 Sep. 2025
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Elliott’s relationship with Eschenbach stems back over a decade to his prior role as president and COO of VMware, where Elliott was a very active shareholder.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
20 Sep. 2025
Verb
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While the ancient tragedy plays out on screen, a contemporary drama unfolds.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
28 Sep. 2025
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Currently listed for $26,000, this tiny home is delivered as a rectangular container that simply—get this—unfolds to create a fully functional living space.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The movie opens limited December 19.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
22 Sep. 2025
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Its trailer, debuting exclusively in Variety, opens to Laura’s arrival at the village with her mother who has taken Laura to live with her and her boyfriend plus his young daughters.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
22 Sep. 2025
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“Fans (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fans%20%28out%29. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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