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as in scholars
a person of deep wisdom or learning
a moral question that has puzzled the pundits throughout the ages
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as in critics
a person who makes or expresses a judgment on the quality of offerings in some field of endeavor
the new mini laptop has gotten a thumbs-up from industry pundits
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Recent Examples of pundits
Some pundits cited Carter’s foul as evidence that jealous players, particularly Black players, were targeting Clark.
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Sean Gregory, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
The Academy Awards won’t air until March, but awards season is quickly heating up and many pundits have already made early predictions for whose names will be called on Oscar nomination morning.
—Conor Murray, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
But the discussion over picks isn't just limited to the pundits on TV and newspaper editorial boards.
—Peter Suciu, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
But those pundits were proved wrong.
—Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Dec. 2024
Some pundits have argued that the song is in fact a romanticised ode to Reed's addiction to heroin.
—Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week Uk, theweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Buttigieg, the first openly gay person to serve in a presidential Cabinet, is already among the top names put forward by national pundits as a Democratic presidential nominee in 2028.
—Sam Allard, Axios, 6 Dec. 2024
Despite a lengthy apology to Trevor Lawrence and multiple players, GMs, and pundits arguing over the suspension for Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair, the NFL has chosen to uphold his three-game suspension.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
Oral arguments took place on December 4, and law nerds and political pundits are already speculating what the Court might do.
—Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
Sean Gregory, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
The Academy Awards won’t air until March, but awards season is quickly heating up and many pundits have already made early predictions for whose names will be called on Oscar nomination morning.
—Conor Murray, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
But the discussion over picks isn't just limited to the pundits on TV and newspaper editorial boards.
—Peter Suciu, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
But those pundits were proved wrong.
—Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Dec. 2024
Some pundits have argued that the song is in fact a romanticised ode to Reed's addiction to heroin.
—Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week Uk, theweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Buttigieg, the first openly gay person to serve in a presidential Cabinet, is already among the top names put forward by national pundits as a Democratic presidential nominee in 2028.
—Sam Allard, Axios, 6 Dec. 2024
Despite a lengthy apology to Trevor Lawrence and multiple players, GMs, and pundits arguing over the suspension for Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair, the NFL has chosen to uphold his three-game suspension.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
Oral arguments took place on December 4, and law nerds and political pundits are already speculating what the Court might do.
—Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pundits
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Whereas some scholars resign themselves to the rigidity of academia, Giovanni, who was an English professor at Virginia Tech until 2022, remained committed to learning new lessons.Hannah Giorgis, The Atlantic, 11 Dec. 2024
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This week's quiz highlights frozen firsts, Santa scholars and constitutional milestones.Sydney Borchers, Fox News, 8 Dec. 2024
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As a response, NASCAR President Steve Phelps has taken a firm stand against the critics, defending the contentious system in an interview with Jordan Bianchi from The Athletic.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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So far, critics are raving about the Spanish-language drama which boasts a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.Erik Kain, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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This candle brings the delicious scent of a wreath into your home and smells just like Christmas, according to reviewers.Melissa Epifano, People.com, 8 Dec. 2024
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Over 1,900 reviewers praised the design as versatile and easy to use.Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 7 Dec. 2024
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“Pundits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pundits. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
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