as in coaches
a person who trains performers or athletes
hired a personal trainer to help her get in shape
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Recent Examples of trainers
Instead, Bautista prefers working with trainers, mixing things up and keeping his routine fresh.
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Aya Al-Hakim, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026
That has led to some speculation that the Yankees could struggle with future IFA classes, as relationships are built with academies, trainers and players years before the latter are eligible to sign.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 27 Jan. 2026
Everyone from longtime Pokémon trainers who have caught ’em all to casual fans still learning the names of the 1,025 creatures will find something to love in PokéPark Kanto.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026
Waist trainers are often made with hard materials, while belly wraps are made with softer, lightweight fabrics, such as neoprene and viscose.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 27 Jan. 2026
The gym offers the usual fitness equipment and amenities, weights, cardio equipment and personal trainers.
—Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 26 Jan. 2026
The trainers here are really good.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 26 Jan. 2026
Then, check out these other trainers that get top marks for their pain-free support.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Jan. 2026
Afterward, the trainers offered the volunteers a critique.
—Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 26 Jan. 2026
Aya Al-Hakim, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026
That has led to some speculation that the Yankees could struggle with future IFA classes, as relationships are built with academies, trainers and players years before the latter are eligible to sign.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 27 Jan. 2026
Everyone from longtime Pokémon trainers who have caught ’em all to casual fans still learning the names of the 1,025 creatures will find something to love in PokéPark Kanto.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026
Waist trainers are often made with hard materials, while belly wraps are made with softer, lightweight fabrics, such as neoprene and viscose.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 27 Jan. 2026
The gym offers the usual fitness equipment and amenities, weights, cardio equipment and personal trainers.
—Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 26 Jan. 2026
The trainers here are really good.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 26 Jan. 2026
Then, check out these other trainers that get top marks for their pain-free support.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Jan. 2026
Afterward, the trainers offered the volunteers a critique.
—Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 26 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trainers
Noun
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Teammates and coaches lauded his work ethic.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Jan. 2026
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One of the reasons that fan-favorite Jason Brown, a two-time Olympian, came out in an Instagram post five years ago was to provide support to those who may feel uncomfortable — skaters, of course, but also coaches, choreographers and even fans.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
29 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Some managers with a large team will not be always aware of your daily workload and available capacity.—
Kate Wieczorek,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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The airline will have several managers and day-to-day staff for check-ins and at the gates.—
Chase Jordan
January 28,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Jan. 2026
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“Trainers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trainers. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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