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also habitue
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as in fan
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something
confirmed habitués of the theater, they support serious dramas as well as comedies and musicals
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as in patron
someone who regularly spends time in a particular place
a confirmed habitué of the country club, she keeps tabs on who's having an affair
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Recent Examples of habitué
Books Nora Ephron was a star writer, talk show habitue and media darling when magazines were everything and such a career was possible.
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Karen Heller, Washington Post, 23 Feb. 2023
And the audio adaptation turns out to benefit not only from Daniels’s pitch-perfect delivery, but also from that of Rick Foucheux, who plays Sen. John McDowell, a jaded habitue of the political swamp.
—Washington Post, 5 Nov. 2020
But for anyone who’s not a weekend-midnights New Beverly habitue or even has only seen one or two, there’s the ineluctable appeal of great pop songs, well-belted — no Easter egg acknowledgement required.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 25 Sep. 2021
Sun Valley, Idaho, habitues such as Tom Hanks, Bruce Willis, Justin Timberlake and other celebs are a large part of the continuing glitterati factor in thi s resort town.
—Liza Weisstuch, Washington Post, 12 Feb. 2020
Expecting the slow but steady ramp-up of in-the-know habitues and farsighted home buyers to continue as more stylish businesses and artist communities settle there, Frey has decided to open her studio to the public.
—Leilani Marie Labong, SFChronicle.com, 26 June 2018
Warren Hinckle, San Francisco watering hole habitue, and basset hound Bentley belly up to the bar at the old Pipeline.
—Sam Whiting, San Francisco Chronicle, 10 Dec. 2017
Karen Heller, Washington Post, 23 Feb. 2023
And the audio adaptation turns out to benefit not only from Daniels’s pitch-perfect delivery, but also from that of Rick Foucheux, who plays Sen. John McDowell, a jaded habitue of the political swamp.
—Washington Post, 5 Nov. 2020
But for anyone who’s not a weekend-midnights New Beverly habitue or even has only seen one or two, there’s the ineluctable appeal of great pop songs, well-belted — no Easter egg acknowledgement required.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 25 Sep. 2021
Sun Valley, Idaho, habitues such as Tom Hanks, Bruce Willis, Justin Timberlake and other celebs are a large part of the continuing glitterati factor in thi s resort town.
—Liza Weisstuch, Washington Post, 12 Feb. 2020
Expecting the slow but steady ramp-up of in-the-know habitues and farsighted home buyers to continue as more stylish businesses and artist communities settle there, Frey has decided to open her studio to the public.
—Leilani Marie Labong, SFChronicle.com, 26 June 2018
Warren Hinckle, San Francisco watering hole habitue, and basset hound Bentley belly up to the bar at the old Pipeline.
—Sam Whiting, San Francisco Chronicle, 10 Dec. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for habitué
Noun
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While some fans want to sing along, others are decrying the practice in favor of simply watching the movie and staying quiet in public.Anika Reed, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
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Alameda Mini Boot Mindy Kaling and Jennifer Garner are just two of the famous fans of Ugg's signature chestnut hue.Nicol Natale, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
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Jeff Beal, owner of the Cigar Vault, said the business uses a ventilation system that recycles the air, so patrons of nearby businesses should not be bothered by the cigar smoke.Rachel Royster, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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An unknown number of people were detained after bar patrons confronted the marchers in a conflict that included the use of pepper spray.Andrew King, Axios, 18 Nov. 2024
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Now the wife, who is 70 and a devotee of spas and facial rejuvenation, pities her fat husband.Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 10 Nov. 2024
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Lorne Balfe’s and Julian Nott’s sprightly musical score adds to the fun for Wallace & Gromit devotees everywhere.Pete Hammond, Deadline, 27 Oct. 2024
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Here’s your ultimate list of things to avoid before welcoming guests.Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
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Saturday Night Live returns Dec. 7 with host Paul Mescal and musical guest Shaboozey.Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 23 Nov. 2024
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Here, a few suggestions for the art lovers on your list.Rima Suqi, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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After eight years of serving as a vibrant hub for coffee lovers, Irene’s will be closing on Nov. 24.Ana Gutierrez, Austin American-Statesman, 21 Nov. 2024
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The crumbling city is filled with the dead and denizens who have made New York City their own world full of anarchy, danger, beauty and terror.Charlie Mason, TVLine, 18 Oct. 2024
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The crumbling city is filled with the dead and denizens who have made New York City their own world full of anarchy, danger, beauty, and terror.Denise Petski, Deadline, 18 Oct. 2024
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The roaming vampire was hanging out in front of the movie theater with his human familiars, all fully armed and ready to throw down for their undead master.Eric Berger, Ars Technica, 22 Mar. 2023
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The town is populated with familiars: her brother, her best friend, a new lover, a new grandniece.Condé Nast, The New Yorker, 17 July 2023
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Here’s a surprising fact about the offensive line that is allowing Caleb Williams to be sacked four times a game: Independent of each other, the regulars are having good years.Phil Rogers, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Crockett, 43, is going into her second term and has become known as a fierce political combatant of Republicans and an MSNBC regular.Andrew Solender, Axios, 18 Nov. 2024
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“Habitué.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/habitu%C3%A9. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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