belletrists

variants also belle-lettrists
Definition of belletristsnext
plural of belletrist

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for belletrists
Noun
  • Some of those writers enjoy long, successful careers.
    Stephanie Burt, New Yorker, 1 Apr. 2026
  • But most writers, even those adversely affected, are quick to point out that the writing was on the wall well before the strikes.
    Katie Campione, Deadline, 1 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Some stylists say that while the intent is positive, the transition may not be simple.
    Lauren Winfrey, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
  • Amazon Spring Sale hair tools Right now the popular Hot Tools curling iron, loved by hair stylists and our editors, is 19% off.
    Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 25 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • For most of the year, the animals roam the island’s northern pastures, hills and cliffs, but in the days before Christmas, they’re rounded up and brought to the shearing pens.
    NPR, NPR, 4 Apr. 2026
  • White seabass hatched in Carlsbad are distributed to 10 coastal holding pens operated by volunteers from San Diego to Ventura, including a large site at Santa Catalina Island.
    Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • In the meantime, the authors estimate that fast-food prices are up 8% to 12% since September 2023.
    Editorial, Boston Herald, 6 Apr. 2026
  • Skyhorse authors are frequent guests on the MAHA Action Media Hub, a livestreamed show that Lyons hosts every Wednesday afternoon.
    Tom Bartlett, The Atlantic, 5 Apr. 2026
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“Belletrists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/belletrists. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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