as in lovers
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something
lifelong fans of country and western music
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Recent Examples of fans
Eva Thomas, InStyle, 7 Jan. 2026
The return of Eggs in the Basket has also generated buzz among longtime fans.
—Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Stranger Things fans have been sharing a theory called Conformity Gate that posits the events of the finale actually didn't happen.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
But many fans had spotted this willingness to put a foot in in pre-season, particularly in the friendly against Real Sociedad’s Basque rivals Athletic Club, when the 26-year-old made a game-high four tackles (one of which was made after he had been nutmegged).
—Thom Harris, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
If Mickey doesn’t want this help from people that want to support him and his fans, then that money will be returned.
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 6 Jan. 2026
The Mavs are one of the worst teams in the NBA, with a roster that fans not only don’t know, but don’t care to know.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Nov. 2025
Now, Nintendo decided to shadow drop a massive announcement, leading the fans to flock to the internet over the news.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Nov. 2025
Albert Einstein and Leonard Bernstein were fans; on Saturday nights, when the show aired, Broadway theatres went half empty.
—David Denby, New Yorker, 10 Nov. 2025
Noun
The skin care brand counts celebrities like Eva Mendes, Jessica Chastain, Laura Dern, and more as fans, plus countless beauty editors and their moms, too.
—Recent Examples of Synonyms for fans
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After all, when lovers of the cosmos come together in this Earth sign, tradition, courtship and long-term commitment take precedence over fleeting chemistry.—
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The cafe’s signature coconut latte is a great way to beat the heat and a must for coconut lovers.—
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If a situation escalates, pressing and holding the SOS button triggers a full safety sequence.—
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The big risk as things stand is that an adversary misreads his mixed signals, oversteps, and triggers an escalation nobody wants.—
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Think Judd Apatow flicks with Steve Carell and Seth Rogen, or sitcoms starring Charlie Sheen.—
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Like a true professional, the actor quickly flicks the photo and extinguishes the blaze without ever breaking character — despite internally freaking out — to nail the perfect shot.—
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Additionally, prune any dead branches, thorny suckers, and any branches that may be touching the ground.—
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Begin by removing any suckers at the base of the tree, side shoots on the trunk, crossing or crooked branches, dead or damaged branches, those that are growing inward, and crowded branches.—
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Pruning perennials at the right time encourages plants to leaf out, grow bushier, develop sturdier stems, and potentially produce more flowers.—
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Loudermilk says this is just one of the many ways Lions Clubs work to support their communities and encourages anyone interested in joining to reach out.—
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This is the intriguing backdrop for a narrative that never really grips us, even if Chong has an artful way of depicting Hong Im’s lifestyle, which oscillates between real-world issues and religious wizardry.—
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But few of the directors who would join V/H/S over the years that followed introduced a more memorable creature — a birdlike demon who oscillates from purring affection to ravenous rage — or so skillfully tracked the running bodies captured by a running camera.—
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Toyota Motor Company has an incredibly diverse portfolio that can appeal to budget-conscious drivers and sports car enthusiasts alike.—
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This cornbread recipe doesn't call for even a teaspoon of sugar—savory cornbread enthusiasts will be happy to know.—
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Good, in the driver’s seat, waves cars past her.—
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One of the all-time greatest Stranger Things moments occurs when Dipshit Derek excitedly waves at his new best friend, Mike Wheeler.—
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“Fans.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fans. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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