paparazzi

noun

plural of paparazzo
as in photographers

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  1. photographers
  2. photogs
Noun
  • Carpenter — whose honor was tied to the exhibit and his contributions to it, was the very first to arrive — flashing rock-on signs and playing around with photographers.
    — Kirsten Chuba, HollywoodReporter, 18 Oct. 2026
  • Closer to the launch site in Florida, the massive post-launch cloud formation was among the most impressive ever seen, said local photographers.
    — Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of photographers
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  • Many pro photogs still want a small camera for everyday carry and travel, while Gen Z and older members of Gen Alpha are ditching phones for disconnected devices.
    — Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 14 May 2026
  • With a signature bright plum lip and highlight in her hair, Williams, 61, kept her people close but didn't shy away from the camera, allowing the fashion week photogs to capture her for a solid 15 minutes before retreating to one of the presentation's regal showrooms.
    — Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 15 Sep. 2025
Definition of photogs
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“Paparazzi.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paparazzi. Accessed 22 Oct. 2026.

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