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noun

Definition of fansnext
plural of fan
as in lovers
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something lifelong fans of country and western music

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fans

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verb

present tense third-person singular of fan
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as in triggers

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as in flicks

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fans
  1. lovers
  2. encourages
  3. enthusiasts
  4. motivates
  5. inspires
  6. ignites
  7. sways
  8. excites
Noun
  • The Gold Coast’s coastline is ideal for beach lovers.
    Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Enigmatic as a matter of strategy, Dylan lies about himself and his past to his friends, his lovers, and an eager press, keeping a distance between the art and the artist.
    Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of lovers
Verb
  • None feels authentic, at least until a messy affair with the unsettling, slightly feral Samuel (Harris Dickinson) encourages her to try out a kind of role-play that’s wholly new.
    Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This annual initiative of the National Association of State Park Directors (composed of 50 state park directors) encourages Americans to explore the network of state parks close to home.
    Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of encourages
Noun
  • After Notre Dame toppled Indiana 27-17 on Friday, doubters and SEC enthusiasts were quick to question how qualified the Hoosiers really were.
    Jayna Bardahl, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Meanwhile, outdoor enthusiasts who often venture into wild settings should invest in a durable backpack or duffle that can be squished into the wing of a twin-propeller plane or aboard a safari vehicle.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of enthusiasts
Verb
  • Anger, however, motivates all sorts of crimes that are not considered terrorism.
    Max Abrahms and Joseph Mroszczyk, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Asked what motivates so many retailers to go this extra kilometer, Parsad-Wyatt points to the expiration of tax-free shopping in 2022, which has prompted even some very wealthy buyers to do their holiday shopping in other European capitals.
    Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of motivates
Verb
  • Structure in a way that best inspires, enables and empowers people to leverage their own and others’ capabilities together in support of the strategy.
    George Bradt, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Through their collaboration, Willis and Merida have created a work that not only celebrates Kamala Harris’s achievements but also inspires readers to see themselves in the story of history being made.
    Melissa Noel, Essence, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of inspires
Verb
  • Using helical blades inside a stationary casing, the engine’s rotor compresses, ignites, and expands fuel and air in a single, compact unit, minimizing shock waves for better performance.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 18 Dec. 2024
  • The rivalry between the two military branches ignites strong feelings on both sides.
    Jennifer Jacobs, CBS News, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of ignites
Verb
  • The camera sways and various items around the room fall over.
    Joedy McCreary, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
  • The feeling of walking up to your property, putting the keys in the door but then the door just sways open.
    David Crown, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of sways
Verb
  • Back to the present, what excites you most about creating nail art?
    Sarah Y. Wu, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • What excites others is not what excites you.
    George Bradt, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of excites
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