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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
Known for their decades of family ownership, loyal regulars and enduring recipes, these nostalgic spots showcase the heart of heritage dining in Arizona.
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Bahar Anooshahr, AZCentral.com, 6 Mar. 2026
The two sides are working out terms related to artificial intelligence, streaming residuals, and health and pension funding — along with more obscure subjects like exclusivity windows for TV series regulars.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 6 Mar. 2026
The nightclub culture has been determined by a table culture where partying is often a rat race of who buys the most drinks at the most expensive prices, and seats are reserved in a multitier system, including VVIP, VIP and the regulars.
—ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026
Neemias Queta, Baylor Scheierman and Jordan Walsh weren’t rotation regulars last season.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 6 Mar. 2026
Welcome to the midpoint of camp at its most meaningful, or as Rangers manager Skip Schumaker said Thursday morning, welcome to the stage of spring where regulars begin to play more, starting pitchers get built up and bullpen roles begin to take shape.
—Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 5 Mar. 2026
Rest of starters Without Wagner, Black and Carter, Mosley inserted Tristan da Silva and Goga Bitadze into the opening lineup alongside regulars Jalen Suggs, Desmond Bane and Banchero against Washington.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Mar. 2026
In addition to Fey, returning series regulars include Will Forte, Kerri Kenney-Silver, Marco Calvani, Erika Henningsen, with Colman Domingo.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 4 Mar. 2026
In addition to Edelman's regulars — parents, grandparents and collectors — groups of 20-somethings now flock to the store on Saturday afternoons.
—Megan Sauer, CNBC, 3 Mar. 2026
Bahar Anooshahr, AZCentral.com, 6 Mar. 2026
The two sides are working out terms related to artificial intelligence, streaming residuals, and health and pension funding — along with more obscure subjects like exclusivity windows for TV series regulars.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 6 Mar. 2026
The nightclub culture has been determined by a table culture where partying is often a rat race of who buys the most drinks at the most expensive prices, and seats are reserved in a multitier system, including VVIP, VIP and the regulars.
—ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026
Neemias Queta, Baylor Scheierman and Jordan Walsh weren’t rotation regulars last season.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 6 Mar. 2026
Welcome to the midpoint of camp at its most meaningful, or as Rangers manager Skip Schumaker said Thursday morning, welcome to the stage of spring where regulars begin to play more, starting pitchers get built up and bullpen roles begin to take shape.
—Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 5 Mar. 2026
Rest of starters Without Wagner, Black and Carter, Mosley inserted Tristan da Silva and Goga Bitadze into the opening lineup alongside regulars Jalen Suggs, Desmond Bane and Banchero against Washington.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Mar. 2026
In addition to Fey, returning series regulars include Will Forte, Kerri Kenney-Silver, Marco Calvani, Erika Henningsen, with Colman Domingo.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 4 Mar. 2026
In addition to Edelman's regulars — parents, grandparents and collectors — groups of 20-somethings now flock to the store on Saturday afternoons.
—Megan Sauer, CNBC, 3 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for regulars
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Arad's wife urged Israel's leaders not to endanger the lives of Israeli soldiers in their search to bring home his body.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Mar. 2026
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And on Friday, eight Israeli soldiers were wounded by Hezbollah fire, according to the Israel Defense Forces.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
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The fans, rightfully so, should always overreact.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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The company estimates there are at least a million tennis fans who would pony up for its app and millions more casual fans who might watch for free or listen to a podcast.—
Lucas Shaw,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
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God bless you, to our incredible warriors, and God bless the United States of America.—
Jordan Freiman,
CBS News,
1 Mar. 2026
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The jacket features a funnel neck and dual-zip closure, while the skirt incorporates biodegradable corozo fasteners and paneling inspired by the armor traditions of Indian warriors.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
19 Feb. 2026
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For the extreme chocolate lovers in your life, this cookie is their dream.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
8 Mar. 2026
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Many animal lovers have pet dogs or cats.—
Bailey Allen,
Cape Cod Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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There are cash shortages, and the salaries for civil servants haven’t been paid out, even for many Houthi fighters.—
Sudarsan Raghavan,
New Yorker,
12 Mar. 2026
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The price spike will challenge the inflation fighters at the Federal Reserve and could slow consumer spending, which drives two-thirds of the nation’s economic growth.—
Christopher Rugaber,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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As curator, my goal is to create exhibitions for our artists that provide them with the freedom to experiment and get excited about new ideas, and expand the idea of what art is and can be for our patrons.—
Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
9 Mar. 2026
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While a ticket to see Chalamet play ping pong on the silver screen costs around $20 in New York City, the cheapest tickets to New York City Ballet—rush tickets for patrons between the ages of 13 and 30—are $30.—
Chloe Angyal,
Time,
9 Mar. 2026
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Only 40 guests were invited to the wedding, including John’s cousin Anthony Radziwill (who served as his best man); John’s sister, Caroline Kennedy (Carolyn’s matron of honour), and her husband, Edwin Schlossberg; and their kids, Jack (the ring bearer), Rose and Tatiana (both flower girls).—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
7 Mar. 2026
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Both types of guests are no doubt drawn by the ultra-premium wellness offerings at the Guerlain Wellness Spa.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Mar. 2026
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Since the Whitney Biennial was founded in 1932, art-world denizens and casual observers alike have relished the opportunity both to champion and excoriate the slates of artists put forward.—
Julie Belcove,
Robb Report,
28 Feb. 2026
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Lung created The Monsters universe and its dozen of denizens in 2015.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Regulars.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regulars. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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