as in fans
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something
an enthusiastic lover of all kinds of team sports
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Recent Examples of lovers
There is, actually, another category of nail lovers that has emerged in recent years, and those are people who swear by temporary press-ons.
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Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
The collection features hoodies, tees, jackets, and hats, all combining NFL branding with BXR aesthetics, making for something that appeals both to sports super‑fans and streetwear lovers alike.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Sep. 2025
The ghosts of disco queens, salsa legends, and lovers pressed close on a crowded floor are still in the walls.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 16 Sep. 2025
This one is for the pecan pie lovers out there.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 16 Sep. 2025
Skyline lovers can add the new chicken chili to all their favorites, including Ways, coneys and chilitos.
—Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 16 Sep. 2025
Coffee lovers may know the name of this shop because of its original location in Poway, owned by former San Diego Chargers player Cory Withrow.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Sep. 2025
Outdoor lovers should consider Hillsborough River State Park, about 30 minutes north of downtown.
—Jesse Scott, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Cold foam lovers can also boost their beverage with new protein options that add 19 to 26 grams of protein.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 9 Sep. 2025
Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
The collection features hoodies, tees, jackets, and hats, all combining NFL branding with BXR aesthetics, making for something that appeals both to sports super‑fans and streetwear lovers alike.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Sep. 2025
The ghosts of disco queens, salsa legends, and lovers pressed close on a crowded floor are still in the walls.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 16 Sep. 2025
This one is for the pecan pie lovers out there.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 16 Sep. 2025
Skyline lovers can add the new chicken chili to all their favorites, including Ways, coneys and chilitos.
—Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 16 Sep. 2025
Coffee lovers may know the name of this shop because of its original location in Poway, owned by former San Diego Chargers player Cory Withrow.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Sep. 2025
Outdoor lovers should consider Hillsborough River State Park, about 30 minutes north of downtown.
—Jesse Scott, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Cold foam lovers can also boost their beverage with new protein options that add 19 to 26 grams of protein.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 9 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lovers
Noun
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Needless to say, fans have been waiting for the Limitless One to make his triumphant return.—
Jeremy Hanna,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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Of the two brothers, Jeremiah is the antagonist of the season, mainly because fans have been rooting for Conrad and Belly since day one, while Jeremiah stands in their way.—
Olivia Petter,
Vogue,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Train yourself to look for growth that should be removed, such as tomato suckers and low-growing tomato branches, excess dahlia foliage, and tangled thyme.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Sep. 2025
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The little suckers will ingest this and die.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The excitement for this Irish edition has been building among franchise enthusiasts worldwide, with host Siobhán McSweeney expressing her enthusiasm for the uniquely Irish approach to the game.—
Jenzia Burgos,
StyleCaster,
14 Sep. 2025
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However, enthusiasts know that Ron del Barrilito has been crafting spirits using the exact same formulation its founders developed almost 150 years ago, and from the exact same spot in Bayamón.—
Carley Rojas Ávila,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Although Supernatural wrapped in 2020, fanatics of the series still have plenty to be excited about.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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But he is mentioned many, many times as a pair of LeBron fanatics – Clevelanders, like playwright Rajiv Joseph – build a deep friendship around LeBron and what his comings and goings mean them and to the community around them.—
David Lyman,
The Enquirer,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Lovers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lovers. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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