SPOILERS Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

spoilers

noun

plural of spoiler

as in contestants

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as in marauders

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Noun

While traditional family recipes and regional specialities are at the heart of the competition, contestants are pushed outside their comfort zones through challenges inspired by fine dining, street food and international cuisines.

— Leo Barraclough, Variety, 12 Oct. 2026
In the long-running web series, hosts interview everyday consumers on the street and then negotiate massive product discounts directly with company bosses, securing bargains for contestants.

— Max Goldbart, Deadline, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of contestants

Noun

Punishing undersea saboteurs is further complicated by the rules of jurisdiction.

— Michael Albertus, Foreign Affairs, 30 Sep. 2026
Private corporations have long worked with the federal government to help disrupt cybercriminals, but largely as contractors fulfilling a support role, not digital saboteurs handed a target.

— Henry Larson, NPR, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of saboteurs

Noun

The Cook Mixer then selects which competitors will step forward and take on the challenge.

— Max Goldbart, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026
Apotheke Bergamot Tangerine Candle Unlike its competitors, Apotheke uses 15–18% fragrance oils (more than three times the amount commonly used in scented candles).

— Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of competitors

Noun

To determine the best places to eat on the fairgrounds, our friends at The News & Observer asked readers to nominate their favorites.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2026
Sure, a big backlog of your spooky favorites can be a joy, but keeping up with this slate can feel like a chore.

— Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of favorites

Noun

Over the years, competition has built from new entrants to the luxury hotel market in Como, but its hold on guests might have something to do with the Buchers’ attention to service.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
The private-label gap tends to close quickly, and early entrants often undercut the brand that proved the category.

— Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of entrants

Noun

Apply the same technique to other theme answers, relying on the crossing entries for help.

— Sean McGowan, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2026
Modi's party and the Election Commission say the revision is aimed at removing duplicate and ineligible entries while ensuring eligible voters remain registered.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 8 Oct. 2026

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