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
Now, the new Cyprus Bouldering Guide formally introduces Cyprus bouldering to outdoor enthusiasts everywhere—and invites them to partake in the adventure themselves.
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Rachel Nuwer, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
Plant hummingbird-friendly flowers for an extra special treat for the bird enthusiasts in your house, then enjoy watching the hummingbirds flit about as songbirds take a dip in the basin.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 June 2026
Republicans, data-center enthusiasts, controlled the state government from 2022 to early this year, with Glenn Youngkin as governor.
—Andrew Cockburn, Harpers Magazine, 2 June 2026
Tom Furrier is a legend in the world of typewriter enthusiasts.
—Literary Hub, 2 June 2026
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Rachel Nuwer, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
Plant hummingbird-friendly flowers for an extra special treat for the bird enthusiasts in your house, then enjoy watching the hummingbirds flit about as songbirds take a dip in the basin.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 June 2026
Republicans, data-center enthusiasts, controlled the state government from 2022 to early this year, with Glenn Youngkin as governor.
—Andrew Cockburn, Harpers Magazine, 2 June 2026
Tom Furrier is a legend in the world of typewriter enthusiasts.
—Literary Hub, 2 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enthusiast
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The worn penny tile floor and brick wall collection of show posters—Soundgarden, Butthole Surfers, Sonic Youth, Alice in Chains—are hallowed ground on any grunge lover's pilgrimage to the state.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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For nature lovers, surfers, divers and fishermen, the setting offers both seclusion and connection.—
Spencer Elliott,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Festivals like Movement attract people from around the world, and big venues including Lincoln Factory host nights with thousands of fans, showcasing the scene’s energy.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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In Mexico, fans say, soccer feels more a celebration than a competition.—
Michael Rios,
CNN Money,
7 June 2026
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Details such as the relatively few suckers on its arms, its smooth skin, beak features and the coloring around its organs and parts of the mantle indicated a new species, now called Microeledone galapagensis.—
Jeanna Bryner,
Scientific American,
24 May 2026
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Trimming the suckers, from the first 2 feet above the ground, ensures the plant's energy is focused on the main vines and cucumbers, says Scott.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
23 May 2026
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Plane Spotting From Airport Hotels Special aviation packages are not the only way for plane fanatics to get up close and personal with their passion.—
Ramsey Qubein,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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With the possible exception of the bike-lane debacle in Chicago, dominated by zero-sum fanatics, few debates have been as nasty as the one involving Chicagoland’s new football stadium.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2026
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“Enthusiast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enthusiast. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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