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as in fans
someone who regularly spends time in a particular place
one of those muscle-bound denizens of the gym
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as in inhabitants
one who lives permanently in a place
the polar bear is an iconic denizen of the snowy Arctic
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Recent Examples of denizens
Between its rich history and even wealthier denizens, the Principality of Monaco reigns supreme as the world’s most glamorous and exclusive motorsport destination.
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Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
In 2024, scientists found the largest coral is bigger than a blue whale, how anglerfish became deep-sea denizens and that the ability for life to glow arose in the ocean half a billion years ago.
—Danielle Hall, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
And this is an apt name for this chapter as all the traumatized denizens of the bunkers suffer restrictions from barricades, both physical and emotional, as their unnatural subterranean life seems to be cartwheeling out of control since Juliette took a stroll outside.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 23 Dec. 2024
The flavors of two characters that denizens of the Gideon’s Bakehouse world know well.
—Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 20 Dec. 2024
Still, Delhi’s prolonged high AQI reading has already taken a toll on many of its denizens.
—Amala Balakrishner, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
But, as Guillermo-Ferreira points out to the New York Times, these waspy denizens of the Caatinga are rich with research potential.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 19 Dec. 2024
In the bars and restaurants of Roma Norte, a lively neighborhood in Mexico City filled with cafes, shops, and the city’s mosty stylish denizens, there’s a whole lotta shakin’ going on.
—Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
For city denizens who’d love to buy an electric vehicle—but live in buildings with no driveway or garage—the lack of practical charging options remains a daunting barrier.
—IEEE Spectrum, 16 Dec. 2024
Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
In 2024, scientists found the largest coral is bigger than a blue whale, how anglerfish became deep-sea denizens and that the ability for life to glow arose in the ocean half a billion years ago.
—Danielle Hall, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
And this is an apt name for this chapter as all the traumatized denizens of the bunkers suffer restrictions from barricades, both physical and emotional, as their unnatural subterranean life seems to be cartwheeling out of control since Juliette took a stroll outside.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 23 Dec. 2024
The flavors of two characters that denizens of the Gideon’s Bakehouse world know well.
—Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 20 Dec. 2024
Still, Delhi’s prolonged high AQI reading has already taken a toll on many of its denizens.
—Amala Balakrishner, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
But, as Guillermo-Ferreira points out to the New York Times, these waspy denizens of the Caatinga are rich with research potential.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 19 Dec. 2024
In the bars and restaurants of Roma Norte, a lively neighborhood in Mexico City filled with cafes, shops, and the city’s mosty stylish denizens, there’s a whole lotta shakin’ going on.
—Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
For city denizens who’d love to buy an electric vehicle—but live in buildings with no driveway or garage—the lack of practical charging options remains a daunting barrier.
—IEEE Spectrum, 16 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for denizens
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Other island inhabitants are voiced by Catherine O’Hara, Bill Nighy and Mark Hamill.—
Mia Galuppo,
The Hollywood Reporter,
6 Jan. 2025
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And with its rugged natural setting, placed somewhere vaguely in the Pacific Northwest, The Wild Robot does not shy from the circle-of-life sequences in which the island’s furry inhabitants are at odds with (and sometimes ingest) one another.—
Mia Galuppo,
The Hollywood Reporter,
6 Jan. 2025
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For lovers of thoughtful accessories, two of Amberjack's most recent designs encapsulate their commitment to defining what dress-casual footwear can be.—
Darryn King,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
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This is a moment when food lovers can expect the kind of artistic innovation that could reverberate for years to come.—
Laurie Ochoa,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Jan. 2025
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When this was first flying around, the idea was that DiCaprio would appear as one of the infamous VIPs in the series, the Western, mask-wearing patrons that wager on the Squid Games, a group that Lee Jung-jae’s 456 is attempt to reach and kill in season 3.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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On Thursday, during the lunch hour, the patrons at Kimmy's Deli were expressing condolences and passing the hat to help Perez's son.—
Janelle Griffith,
NBC News,
3 Jan. 2025
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At the same time, growing sales of SUVs and pickups have exacerbated height mismatches among passenger vehicles, thereby increasing the risks to occupants of many vehicles struck in the side.—
Josh Max,
Forbes,
22 Dec. 2024
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The truck driver fled the scene, and three occupants of a car that collided with the truck and became trapped underneath survived the accident, said the fire department.—
Fox News,
Fox News,
21 Dec. 2024
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Each day, guests are sent the day’s programming via WhatsApp, which is made up of arts, sports and wellness activities designed to connect you to the destination.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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One of the loudest guests inside Capital One Arena on Sunday night had stubby legs, prominent ears and a long snout.—
Josh Robbins,
The Athletic,
6 Jan. 2025
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This means addressing algorithm biases, ensuring transparency in decision-making processes and fostering trust among employees, customers and stakeholders.—
Izabela Lundberg,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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This principle is also reshaping the software-as-a-service (SaaS) industry, focusing on making offerings an integral part of customers' operations, support and infrastructure.—
Akhilesh Tripathi,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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“Denizens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/denizens. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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