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1
as in expert
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field
an investment maven, he was doing well even when the market was doing poorly
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as in fan
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something
a science-fiction maven who could talk for hours about fictional technology
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Recent Examples of maven
While fantasy mavens could do the same, there are probably better options available.
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Kevin Cusick, Twin Cities, 14 Sep. 2025
Throughout the symposium, hosts, fashion mavens, and sisters Shelcy and Christy Joseph smoothly transitioned between panels and a brief intermission.
—Essence, 8 Sep. 2025
Bessette-Kennedy was a style maven in the ’90s, and all eyes are on the character’s looks in the finished show.
—Dan Heching, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2025
At a client launch party in Emily in Paris, the titular marketing maven (Lily Collins) confidently works the crowd in a structured PVC dress, with exaggerated floral appliqués, by Balmain.
—Fawnia Soo Hoo, HollywoodReporter, 18 Aug. 2025
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Kevin Cusick, Twin Cities, 14 Sep. 2025
Throughout the symposium, hosts, fashion mavens, and sisters Shelcy and Christy Joseph smoothly transitioned between panels and a brief intermission.
—Essence, 8 Sep. 2025
Bessette-Kennedy was a style maven in the ’90s, and all eyes are on the character’s looks in the finished show.
—Dan Heching, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2025
At a client launch party in Emily in Paris, the titular marketing maven (Lily Collins) confidently works the crowd in a structured PVC dress, with exaggerated floral appliqués, by Balmain.
—Fawnia Soo Hoo, HollywoodReporter, 18 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for maven
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The increase — up from 1 in 36 children in 2020 — continues a long-term trend that experts have largely attributed to better understanding of and screening for the condition.—
Deidre McPhillips,
CNN Money,
31 Oct. 2025
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For something more immersive, the resort brings in expert wellness practitioners for week-long retreats.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
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There’s a Redwall vibe to the third installment, as fan-favorite rattkin Fern gets carried away on an impromptu adventure involving a chaos-goblin who holds a bounty tempting enough for all the ne’er-do-wells to try and collect on.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
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In a video obtained by the Sun, Perry also hinted at their connection while rejecting another mid-concert proposal from a fan.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
2 Nov. 2025
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Yann Gozlan’s psychological thriller Guru, which stars Pierre Niney as a charismatic and manipulative self-help guru, will close the festival this year.—
Diana Lodderhose,
Deadline,
28 Oct. 2025
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But the actor turned wellness and lifestyle guru is bucking the norm—first, with that photo that shared skin texture and expression lines, and now by showing, not hiding, her grays.—
Veronica Cristino,
Vogue,
28 Oct. 2025
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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
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Amenabar seems to root his screenplay on conjectures about the writer’s sexuality, which many scholars consider latterday projection.—
Dennis Harvey,
Variety,
31 Oct. 2025
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Some scholars suggested Trump may be referring to testing weapons delivery systems, not the warheads themselves.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
31 Oct. 2025
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Art lovers can spend an afternoon at Museo Frida Kahlo or Museo Jumex, both essential stops for a dose of local culture.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Oct. 2025
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Doing so might cost the officer who Kyle shot to expose the many misdeeds of the Kingstown Police Department, if Mike can’t effectively get State Attorney, and former lover, Evelyn Foley (Necar Zadegan) to drop the charges against his brother.—
Demetrius Patterson,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Oct. 2025
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He was enrolled in a master’s program in biblical studies, but currently does not have lawful status in the country, officials said.—
Cindy Von Quednow,
CNN Money,
28 Oct. 2025
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That’s cute, today’s masters of the universe will chuckle while patting your head.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
28 Oct. 2025
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What To Know Democrats Peter Hubbard, a renewable energy advocate, and Alicia Johnson, a health care consultant, are challenging Republican incumbents Tim Echols and Fitz Johnson.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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Previously, Chen was an executive director for housing finance and financial markets research at the JPMorgan Chase Institute and an economics consultant at Analysis Group.—
Alix Langone,
CNBC,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Maven.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maven. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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