as in favorites
a person or thing that is preferred over others
most of the top appointments went to the new governor's personal minions and political cronies
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Recent Examples of minions
And dark matter is the invisible minions.
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Dipangkar Dutta, The Conversation, 15 Dec. 2025
And this is precisely the danger Kingstown is facing with Merle on the loose and his minions ready to mobilize.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 14 Dec. 2025
This is simply an excuse used my Steven Miller and his minions at USCIS to not do the job they have been paid to do.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2025
But his preposterously wide net, his endless minions, and his vicious style left us no choice but to scale back on the data center theme.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 10 Nov. 2025
Miami should have purged the roster even more, shipping off starters for draft picks, but apparently none of the bids enticed Ross and his minions, who are the individuals really calling the shots now.
—Omar Kelly
november 4, Miami Herald, 4 Nov. 2025
Cederquist is one of scores of bad cops included in the book, as is one of his minions in the Stoughton crew, a guy named Calvin Butner.
—Howie Carr, Boston Herald, 15 Oct. 2025
Amon, a tank-like Forgeknight; and Vex, a Siren who has the ability to spawn minions and drain life from enemies like a necromancer.
—Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 15 Oct. 2025
Rapidly spreading its toxic influence across the lands, Magatsu and its minions are a world-ending threat, and the early tutorial bit sees players square up against the baddie only to ultimately lose.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2025
Dipangkar Dutta, The Conversation, 15 Dec. 2025
And this is precisely the danger Kingstown is facing with Merle on the loose and his minions ready to mobilize.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 14 Dec. 2025
This is simply an excuse used my Steven Miller and his minions at USCIS to not do the job they have been paid to do.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2025
But his preposterously wide net, his endless minions, and his vicious style left us no choice but to scale back on the data center theme.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 10 Nov. 2025
Miami should have purged the roster even more, shipping off starters for draft picks, but apparently none of the bids enticed Ross and his minions, who are the individuals really calling the shots now.
—Omar Kelly
november 4, Miami Herald, 4 Nov. 2025
Cederquist is one of scores of bad cops included in the book, as is one of his minions in the Stoughton crew, a guy named Calvin Butner.
—Howie Carr, Boston Herald, 15 Oct. 2025
Amon, a tank-like Forgeknight; and Vex, a Siren who has the ability to spawn minions and drain life from enemies like a necromancer.
—Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 15 Oct. 2025
Rapidly spreading its toxic influence across the lands, Magatsu and its minions are a world-ending threat, and the early tutorial bit sees players square up against the baddie only to ultimately lose.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for minions
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From favorites like collard greens and sweet potato casserole to updates on classics like potato salad and grits, these side dishes are like scooping up a bite of nostalgia.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
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This is a luxurious, Relais & Châteaux property where the swanky cocktail terrace, Espazio Oteiza, is one of my favorites for the jaw-dropping coastal views.—
Michelle Arellano Martin,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Whales have been beached Once upon a time, whales were the darlings of the beer scene.—
Jay R. Brooks,
Mercury News,
9 Jan. 2026
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First, the Art Institute invites Grammy darlings Third Coast Percussion to perform pieces for player piano by late architect Bruce Goff, the subject of a major retrospective running through March.—
Hannah Edgar,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
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Cleaning pros share their top tips for eliminating odors from pets in your home, along with ways to prevent pet odors.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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The program also partnered with Project Street Vet to provide veterinary care — including vaccines, medications and check ups — to nearly 30 pets belonging to Inside Safe participants, the mayor’s office said.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Minions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minions. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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