ideologist

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Recent Examples of ideologist Vance’s first guest was Stephen Miller, a White House deputy chief of staff and arguably the Administration’s chief ideologist. Andrew Marantz, New Yorker, 18 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ideologist
Noun
  • Dear Coop Members, In pursuing their anti-member campaign, some of the general coordinators have become ideologues, eager to twist facts, abuse their power, and disable member participation.
    Christine Smallwood, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
  • Surely, even the most fervent ideologues could chill out on July Fourth.
    The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • People avoided workplaces and students missed school.
    Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
  • School staff play a vital role in guiding and supporting students, and this loss is deeply felt by both colleagues and students alike.
    Tony Aiello, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The Iraqi prime minister at the time, Nuri al-Maliki, was a Shiite sectarian with close ties to Iran, and many of his fellow Shia thought he could be relied on to listen to Iran’s wishes and find a way to avoid clashing with an Iranian proxy militia.
    Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 2 Sep. 2025
  • Both sides insist the other initiated the initial volley of gunfire that killed four agents and six sectarians.
    Joshua Alston, Variety, 12 Apr. 2023
Noun
  • There the most ardent devotees can divulge the extent of their obsession without incurring judgment.
    Alexandra Starr, Vulture, 27 Mar. 2026
  • What remains unchanged is music as its center draw, with its signature Sunday jazz brunch mixing live sets with a daytime crowd of both diners and devotees.
    Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Clara Molot talks to the zealots who are holding the line.
    Clara Molot, Vanity Fair, 17 Mar. 2026
  • Co-founder Raymond Cogan was a fan from his first ride, but became a zealot about a year later after hearing another cyclist putting the popular bike club down.
    Peter Hartlaub, San Francisco Chronicle, 13 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • California campgrounds are known for their beautiful landscapes, accessible amenities and ability to make any patron into a nature enthusiast.
    Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 26 Mar. 2026
  • The video that revealed their commercial airline travel was first obtained by Nick Benson, an aviation enthusiast and activist with MN 50501, a grassroots group involved in anti-ICE and No Kings protests.
    CBS News, CBS News, 26 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Photos highlight artist performances, fan reactions and standout moments from the Main Stage, Worldwide Stage, Megastructure, The Cove, Live Stage, UMF Radio and Oasis, with major sets from Steve Aoki, Hardwell, Carl Cox, Armin Van Buuren and others drawing some of the day’s biggest crowds.
    Miami Herald newsroom, Miami Herald, 29 Mar. 2026
  • In the decades since the Dodgers switched coasts, dozens of pro sports teams have changed cities, and for many fans, the experience is devastating.
    Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 29 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The fire caused widespread damage and injured one worshipper.
    Beth Bailey, FOXNews.com, 14 Dec. 2025

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“Ideologist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ideologist. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.

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