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as in soldiers
a person engaged in military service
throughout the war, the regulars were supplemented by corps of volunteers and militiamen
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as in fans
someone who regularly spends time in a particular place
the coffeehouse regulars were put out by the interlopers occupying their usual table
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Recent Examples of regulars
The site itself, though, had a devoted cast of regulars who arrived with a beautiful curiosity and patience for poetry.
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Literary Hub, 29 May 2026
After trading away nine regulars at last year’s deadline, then slashing payroll, the prognosis was naturally dire.
—John Shipley, Twin Cities, 29 May 2026
Many more friends and tavern regulars crowded into the room to find out how the board would vote with regard to Plyler’s agreement.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 May 2026
The regulars’ hearts are heavy this year following the deaths of longtime volunteers Arnold, the former sportswriter, and Greg Hazelhurst.
—James Burky, Denver Post, 29 May 2026
On offense, although the overall work was surely below average, two of their underperforming regulars, Manny Machado and Jackson Merrill, did show improved form on Wednesday.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 May 2026
On the other hand, the cast feels relatively small-screen, with two other series regulars, Wendell Pierce and Michael Kelly, joined by franchise newcomer Sienna Miller.
—Mark Meszoros, Boston Herald, 28 May 2026
No doubt Original Joe’s regulars are hoping any sale includes recipes to the mostaccioli and the chicken parmigiana that have kept generations returning for family dinners, birthdays and anniversaries.
—Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 26 May 2026
Another Trier connection here is one of the filmmaker’s regulars, Anders Danielsen Lie, playing senior school administrator Johannes.
—Tomris Laffly, Variety, 19 May 2026
Literary Hub, 29 May 2026
After trading away nine regulars at last year’s deadline, then slashing payroll, the prognosis was naturally dire.
—John Shipley, Twin Cities, 29 May 2026
Many more friends and tavern regulars crowded into the room to find out how the board would vote with regard to Plyler’s agreement.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 May 2026
The regulars’ hearts are heavy this year following the deaths of longtime volunteers Arnold, the former sportswriter, and Greg Hazelhurst.
—James Burky, Denver Post, 29 May 2026
On offense, although the overall work was surely below average, two of their underperforming regulars, Manny Machado and Jackson Merrill, did show improved form on Wednesday.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 May 2026
On the other hand, the cast feels relatively small-screen, with two other series regulars, Wendell Pierce and Michael Kelly, joined by franchise newcomer Sienna Miller.
—Mark Meszoros, Boston Herald, 28 May 2026
No doubt Original Joe’s regulars are hoping any sale includes recipes to the mostaccioli and the chicken parmigiana that have kept generations returning for family dinners, birthdays and anniversaries.
—Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 26 May 2026
Another Trier connection here is one of the filmmaker’s regulars, Anders Danielsen Lie, playing senior school administrator Johannes.
—Tomris Laffly, Variety, 19 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for regulars
Noun
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Two Israeli soldiers were killed in separate incidents, according to their military.—
Dalia Abdelwahab,
CNN Money,
7 June 2026
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Strikers viewed militiamen and soldiers as strikebreakers, and with the arrival of troops in Chicago, the violence escalated dramatically, as did civilian deaths.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
6 June 2026
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The score alone might make the fans happy.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
1 June 2026
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Watermelon Pool was first published in Korea in 2015, and this new English translation brings its wonderfully surreal story and artwork to a new audience of imaginative young fans.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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No one wanted to stand behind the commanding warriors, draped in blankets and furs, brass hoops in their earlobes, medals and wampum on their strong chests, silver armbands glinting in the light.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 May 2026
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At the end of the day, these are just salty fans and keyboard warriors, so their opinions probably mean next to nothing in the eyes of Edwards.—
Austin Perry OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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The mountain still erupts with theatrical force, and wines from the surrounding Etna DOC (a region often predicted to become Sicily’s second DOCG, the highest classification) attract wine lovers with their vibrant acidity and mineral edge.—
Layne Randolph,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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The restaurant doesn’t let meat lovers suffer, offering a 24-ounce Tomahawk and a flaming filet flaming courtesy of tequila.—
Connie Ogle
May 31,
Miami Herald,
31 May 2026
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The military isn’t the only government entity working with the UFC — the FBI recently hosted a training partnership with UFC fighters.—
Paula Chesley,
STAT,
3 June 2026
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Given Coker’s track record and the desire to build attention for the new MMA league and its fighters, tournaments are expected to play a key role.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
2 June 2026
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Many guests and patrons are regulars, lingering over martinis as a fireplace crackles in the background.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Other patrons in full Schiaparelli runway looks and Matthieu Blazy’s Chanel.—
Julissa James,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2026
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If that appeals to you, hop aboard the complimentary shuttle and go to town—guests at the Ocean Club can charge expenses at Atlantis right to their room.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 May 2026
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On Monday evening, I was whooshed alongside hundreds of guests in dark vans, escorted by police, to the Vela di Calatrava sports complex on the outskirts of Rome.—
Charlotte Reed,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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There will be plenty of entertainment options for frequenters, who will be able to play PlayStation, beer pong, foosball and ping pong games.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Regulars.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regulars. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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