Definition of audiencenext
as in following
a group of people showing intense devotion to a cause, person, or work (as a film) that mystery novelist, although long deceased, continues to have an enthusiastic audience

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Recent Examples of audience Garrett added that the insider-baseball language can also create buzz beyond the target audience. Chloe Veltman, NPR, 18 Mar. 2026 The audience at the event in central London were given a sneak peak of the SNL UK production’s behind the scenes footage, with various scenes paying homage to American counterparts (no spoilers). Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 18 Mar. 2026 Through the Displacement Film Fund, those filmmakers gained the resources and visibility to share their work with audiences around the world. Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 18 Mar. 2026 The rug is pulled from under Erling and the audience and the film presents the reason why it’s being made. Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for audience
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Noun
  • The brand has built a following for calm, minimalist formulas that support the skin barrier without piling on too many actives.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 21 Mar. 2026
  • Berlin’s sun and prescription frames as well as its in-the-know, niche positioning have gained the brand a cult following.
    Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 20 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • And to continue to capitalize on the momentum of the sport and its growing fandom, not suffer from the effects of a lockout.
    Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 19 Mar. 2026
  • When Taylor Frankie Paul was first announced as the new Bachelorette, the fandom was divided.
    Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 19 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Others are searching for cult favorite revival bags, statement ready-to-wear in line with the spring collections, or occasion attire for the season’s upcoming events.
    Minty Mellon, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2026
  • Buc-ee’s has built a cult following among Texans.
    Dallas Morning News, Dallas Morning News, 16 Mar. 2026

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“Audience.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/audience. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.

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