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as in scholars
a person of deep wisdom or learning
a moral question that has puzzled the pundits throughout the ages
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as in critics
a person who makes or expresses a judgment on the quality of offerings in some field of endeavor
the new mini laptop has gotten a thumbs-up from industry pundits
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Recent Examples of pundits
Some pundits claim that social media is the equivalent to smoking cigarettes or illicit drugs, a common but false claim in technology moral panics (indeed such comparisons have been identified as a warning sign of misinformation).
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William Proctor, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2026
This decision to stop progress on Be Fri came in late 2023, months after Toy Story prequel movie Lightyear was a box office misfire in light of right-wing pundits causing commotion over its same-gender kiss.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2026
Fernandes has always been expressive on the field and at times appears frustrated, waving his arms around, and he has been criticised for these mannerisms by former United players who now work as pundits.
—Chris McKenna, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2026
In the summer of ‘20, pundits suggested the Rangers change their nickname.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Apr. 2026
Potentially losing support from a large chunk of voters within the city of Los Angeles, who many say are more likely to vote for tax increases then voters in the county as a whole, could portend a negative outcome for the measure, pollsters and others pundits say.
—Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 3 Apr. 2026
The shows have been a talker online among fans and hip hop pundits, who are debating who will put on a better set.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026
More surprisingly, this time, at least some liberal pundits and progressive groups broadly agreed.
—Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 3 Apr. 2026
The mention of a lawsuit over what appears to be minor snow coverage prompted skepticism from many pundits, many of whom viewed the situation as exaggerated.
—Darlin Tillery, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
William Proctor, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2026
This decision to stop progress on Be Fri came in late 2023, months after Toy Story prequel movie Lightyear was a box office misfire in light of right-wing pundits causing commotion over its same-gender kiss.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2026
Fernandes has always been expressive on the field and at times appears frustrated, waving his arms around, and he has been criticised for these mannerisms by former United players who now work as pundits.
—Chris McKenna, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2026
In the summer of ‘20, pundits suggested the Rangers change their nickname.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Apr. 2026
Potentially losing support from a large chunk of voters within the city of Los Angeles, who many say are more likely to vote for tax increases then voters in the county as a whole, could portend a negative outcome for the measure, pollsters and others pundits say.
—Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 3 Apr. 2026
The shows have been a talker online among fans and hip hop pundits, who are debating who will put on a better set.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026
More surprisingly, this time, at least some liberal pundits and progressive groups broadly agreed.
—Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 3 Apr. 2026
The mention of a lawsuit over what appears to be minor snow coverage prompted skepticism from many pundits, many of whom viewed the situation as exaggerated.
—Darlin Tillery, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pundits
Noun
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How scholars became aware of the Gimo archive, which includes nineteen works for mandolin, collected in Italy by the son of a Swedish iron manufacturer in 1762.—
Tim Parks,
New Yorker,
11 Apr. 2026
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Aurangzeb assembled a panel of qualified Indian ʿulamāʾ (religious scholars) to compile this legal manual.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
9 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The critics said the show was well worth seeing and David was relieved.—
Douglas Stuart,
New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2026
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One of the South’s most recognizable postcard settings is facing growing concerns over homelessness, encampments and public safety, with critics warning the issues are spreading beyond Savannah’s storybook streets to other scenic Georgia cities.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
11 Apr. 2026
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Many reviewers have praised the beautiful design and quality of the doormat.—
Brittany VanDerBill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Apr. 2026
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Better yet, reviewers rave over the ultra-comfortable material.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Pundits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pundits. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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