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as in writer
a person who creates a written work
a brilliant novel by a first-time author
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as in founder
a person who establishes a whole new field of endeavor
the author of modern genetics
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as in Creator
capitalized
the being worshipped as the creator and ruler of the universe
let us thank the Author of our being for all the blessings He has bestowed
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as in to write
to compose and set down on paper the words of
authored a new biography of Thomas Jefferson
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Recent Examples of author
Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 28 Feb. 2025
During Goddard’s performances, audiences enjoy a close and intimate stage visit with legendary cookbook author, television star and champion of French cooking Child, who died at age 91 on Aug. 13, 2004.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2025
Andy Scholes, CNN, 15 Feb. 2025
Senate Bill 287, authored by Sen. Gary Byrne, R-Byrneville, Sen. Chris Garten, R-Charlestown, and Sen. Blake Doriot, R-Goshen, would change the school board election process to that of other elections, which would include a primary and general election, by requiring candidates to declare a party.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 14 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Pfeiffer, author Thorpe and Eva Anderson also executive produce.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 28 Feb. 2025
During Goddard’s performances, audiences enjoy a close and intimate stage visit with legendary cookbook author, television star and champion of French cooking Child, who died at age 91 on Aug. 13, 2004.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2025
Verb
Additionally, the school’s library will feature books authored by Russell to inspire future generations of students.
—Andy Scholes, CNN, 15 Feb. 2025
Senate Bill 287, authored by Sen. Gary Byrne, R-Byrneville, Sen. Chris Garten, R-Charlestown, and Sen. Blake Doriot, R-Goshen, would change the school board election process to that of other elections, which would include a primary and general election, by requiring candidates to declare a party.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 14 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for author
Noun
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Times staff writer Josh Rottenberg contributed to this report.—
Stacy Perman,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Mar. 2025
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Matt Donnelly is senior entertainment and media writer for Variety.—
Katcy Stephan,
Variety,
1 Mar. 2025
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Isaac is the founder and CEO of the American Energy Institute.—
Paul Tilsley,
Fox News,
9 Mar. 2025
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But with President Trump and his adviser and SpaceX founder Elon Musk beating the drum for Mars, the Artemis schedule suddenly seems slow, and the program’s expense great.—
Richard Tribou,
Orlando Sentinel,
9 Mar. 2025
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His cardigan from that same Unplugged performance fetched $334,000, while a paper plate with a setlist written on it sold for $22,400.—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
27 Feb. 2025
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Hammond has written and edited explainers on a number of health and wellness topics, including racial disparities in HIV treatment, the metabolic benefits of cold exposure, how the flu shot works, and solutions for seasonal dermatology woes.—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
27 Feb. 2025
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The Power Universe series is executive produced by the creator and showrunner of the original, Courtney A. Kemp, through her production company End of Episode, 50 Cent through G-Unit Film and Television, and Mark Canton through Canton Entertainment.—
Chris Gardner,
The Hollywood Reporter,
5 Mar. 2025
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The creator and executive producer is Lorne Michaels.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
5 Mar. 2025
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The story, penned by Charles Dionne, tells of the reappearance of a teenage boy which disrupts a Finnish immigrant family’s peace in Quebec.—
Annika Pham,
Variety,
27 Feb. 2025
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Lively, who played Serena van der Woodsen opposite Trachtenberg's Georgina Sparks, penned an emotional tribute on her Instagram Story Wednesday.—
Jay Stahl,
USA TODAY,
27 Feb. 2025
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Although years have passed since Belle's lies were exposed, Nick — now a father of two — still feels unsettled by his sister's actions, and wants to keep his children away from her.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
26 Feb. 2025
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At least four of the detainees whose families spoke with the Herald are fathers to children 5 years old or younger.—
Claire Healy,
Miami Herald,
26 Feb. 2025
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“Author.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/author. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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