PLAYBOYS Synonyms: 24 Similar and Opposite Words

playboys

noun

plural of playboy

as in libertines

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The libertines will begin the film in suits.

— David Wingrave, Harpers Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025

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Along the Cape Fear River in North Carolina, Audubon is replenishing shell rakes — beds of old oyster shells where the oystercatchers nest.

— Michael Casey, Los Angeles Times, 21 July 2026
Red Cross volunteers handed out supplies such as gloves, rakes, tarps, and more to homeowners.

— Lauren Victory, CBS News, 26 June 2026

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