as in lover
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something
skiing enthusiasts can't wait for the first snowfall of the season
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Recent Examples of enthusiast
The fence angered local ranchers and outdoor enthusiasts, who gathered in the forest in late October to tear down the Free Land Holders’ fence posts and barbed wire.
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Noelle Phillips, The Denver Post, 9 Jan. 2025
This year 246 films were viewed by a select group of film enthusiasts, filmmakers, professionals, academics, and students to celebrate the art of cinema from the last year.
—Vincent Perella, IndieWire, 8 Jan. 2025
These types of at-home masks are massively popular among skincare enthusiasts to address a range of issues like acne, fine lines, and uneven skin tone, as well as boost collagen production.
—Victoria Song, The Verge, 7 Jan. 2025
Ocean enthusiasts should book the submarine excursion, which takes you up to 200 meters deep to explore the Noonu Atoll's rich marine life.
—Katie Kiefner, Vogue, 1 Jan. 2025
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Noelle Phillips, The Denver Post, 9 Jan. 2025
This year 246 films were viewed by a select group of film enthusiasts, filmmakers, professionals, academics, and students to celebrate the art of cinema from the last year.
—Vincent Perella, IndieWire, 8 Jan. 2025
These types of at-home masks are massively popular among skincare enthusiasts to address a range of issues like acne, fine lines, and uneven skin tone, as well as boost collagen production.
—Victoria Song, The Verge, 7 Jan. 2025
Ocean enthusiasts should book the submarine excursion, which takes you up to 200 meters deep to explore the Noonu Atoll's rich marine life.
—Katie Kiefner, Vogue, 1 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enthusiast
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Imagine a blend of a Las Vegas-style sportsbook, the energy of a sports bar and the design aesthetic of a cocktail lounge — that’s the vibe behind a new concept for sports lovers in South End soon.—
Chyna Blackmon,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Jan. 2025
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And for those travelers, the Italian capital city is an especially exciting destination — all roads lead to Rome, especially for food lovers.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Jan. 2025
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The late, great ace inspired the first generation of Mets fans in much the same way Wright inspired much of the current generation.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
9 Jan. 2025
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While Rae may have captured hearts and garnered fans from the very beginning with Insecure, her journey on the style front has also been enjoyable to witness.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
9 Jan. 2025
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Give me an army of the little suckers to match every bag.—
Verge Staff,
The Verge,
10 Jan. 2025
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And capitalizing on the tendency of American leaders to look at world politics through the lens of ideological shibboleths, Beijing and Moscow are playing U.S. conservatives for suckers.—
Alexander Cooley,
Foreign Affairs,
7 Jan. 2025
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Kloots, a former Radio City Rockette and fitness fanatic, joined the show with Welteroth that January, replacing Marie Osmond.—
Jay Stahl,
USA TODAY,
21 Dec. 2024
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The color fanatic leave-in conditioner by Pureology detangles and protects hair, leaving hair smooth and healthy.—
Kirsten Chanel Webber,
Rolling Stone,
17 Dec. 2024
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Isaiah Stewart has become a defensive maniac as a full-time center.—
Fred Katz,
The Athletic,
3 Jan. 2025
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Whiplash Watch on Netflix Photo: Courtesy of TIFF Woman of the Hour Year: 2024 Runtime: 1h 35m Director: Anna Kendrick One of the best thrillers of 2024 also marks the directorial debut of Anna Kendrick, who stars as a woman who had a brush with a maniac.—
Brian Tallerico,
Vulture,
2 Jan. 2025
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“Enthusiast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enthusiast. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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