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as in villain
a mean, evil, or unprincipled person
even the utter horror of the terrorist attack did not deter some fiends from going on a looting spree
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as in addict
a person who regularly uses drugs especially illegally
the miserable, wasted lives of narcotic fiends
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as in lover
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something
comic-book fiends seem to have their own little world
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as in demon
an evil spirit
the legend that a fiend continues to haunt what was once the castle's torture chamber
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as in expert
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field
our in-house computer fiend fixed the problem in no time
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Recent Examples of fiend
In her first year as a pro Clark has almost singlehandedly ushered the WNBA into a new era, as her games with the Fever became mandatory viewing for basketball fiends and curiosity seekers alike.
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Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 22 Sep. 2024
And with that change comes a time all of us home decor fiends and cozy dwellers look forward to: autumn and Halloween.
—Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Aug. 2024
Taro root lends a mellow and cozy flavor and texture; Yeh’s version will surprise even the most avid taro fiend (me) with its pillowy, soft, and gentle mouthfeel.
—Ingu Chen, Vogue, 17 Sep. 2024
Americans are also sauce fiends because there are so many kinds sold to them.
—Whizy Kim, Vox, 5 Sep. 2024
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Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 22 Sep. 2024
And with that change comes a time all of us home decor fiends and cozy dwellers look forward to: autumn and Halloween.
—Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Aug. 2024
Taro root lends a mellow and cozy flavor and texture; Yeh’s version will surprise even the most avid taro fiend (me) with its pillowy, soft, and gentle mouthfeel.
—Ingu Chen, Vogue, 17 Sep. 2024
Americans are also sauce fiends because there are so many kinds sold to them.
—Whizy Kim, Vox, 5 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fiend
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Marlena’s John is an iconic hero, and unfailingly rescuing her from all matter of villains.Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2024
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The film stars, of all people, Hugh Grant, who is said to have an amazing turn as a villain in the film.Paul Tassi, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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My husband comes from a family of addicts, so he was pretty much raised by his grandparents.Angela Andaloro, People.com, 2 Nov. 2024
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Now, he’s filled a syringe with drain cleaner and plans to inject it into a comatose drug addict.Ben Travers, IndieWire, 1 Nov. 2024
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This immersive cooking school is an ideal gift for food lovers who want to increase their culinary skills and gain a deeper appreciation for the art of cooking.Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Baked, roasted, or sauteed, butternut squash is a favorite among many a squash lover.Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2024
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The first-seven-minutes clip though shows some entirely different characters and a man’s desperate attempt to try to pass off the demons pursuing him.Brian Welk, IndieWire, 4 Nov. 2024
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The new bar follows the transformation of an angel into a demon (inspired by Gokan's life and professional journey from Angel’s Share in New York to his bars in Asia and now Europe).Isabelle Kliger, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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The devil facial tumor disease (DFTD) has been eating away at the population of Tasmanian devils and re-introducing the thylacine might not do the devil any favors.Scott Travers, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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He’s figured out what his father tried to tell him the hard way: Sometimes, a mere glance at a devil’s bargain is enough to strike a signature and a seal.Andy Andersen, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2024
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However, some tax experts say that higher tariffs would cause a financial burden on low- to moderate-income taxpayers due to the potential for higher consumer costs.Tribune News Service, Twin Cities, 15 Nov. 2024
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Some experts foresee the biggest impact on retail goods such as electronics and apparel, as the U.S. imports only about 15% of its food supply.J.J. McCorvey, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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The Penguin's Falcone is every bit the misogynistic brute, but his actions are relegated to the off-screen imagination by being implied, rather than shown.Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 24 Oct. 2024
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The part originally played by Timothy Olyphant has been taken over by Adam Driver—a specialist in magnetic brutes—whose recent movie roles have tended to be titular titans of industry and/or guys with accents.Helen Shaw, The New Yorker, 17 Oct. 2024
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These Marijuana Strains Might Help • Leveraging drug courts and the criminal justice system with the aim of providing drug treatment, job training and stable housing to prevent the stigma of arrest records for low-level dealers or recreational users who run afoul of the law.Dr. Jerrold B. Leikin, The Mercury News, 12 Nov. 2024
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No more waitlist: Waymo is opening up its self-driving cars to all users in Los Angeles.Michael Kan, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
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“Fiend.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fiend. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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