as in lovers
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something
skiing enthusiasts can't wait for the first snowfall of the season
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Recent Examples of enthusiasts
Then, beer enthusiasts began producing beer at home.
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Bahar Anooshahr, AZCentral.com, 1 Feb. 2026
Each February, the town of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, is flooded with weather enthusiasts eager to see his prediction for the weeks ahead.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 1 Feb. 2026
Given how important Bitcoin is to the crypto industry, potential investors and crypto enthusiasts should understand the factors that influence Bitcoin's price.
—Ethan Stone, IndyStar, 30 Jan. 2026
Thanks to the new live webcam, which Outside readers can check out here, armchair enthusiasts can watch the action from the comfort of their own homes.
—Owen Clarke, Outside, 30 Jan. 2026
Snowmobile enthusiasts, gear up for the 57th annual International 500 snowmobile race week to kick off this weekend.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Last year was a letdown for crypto enthusiasts, and 2026 isn’t looking much better.
—Carlos Garcia, Fortune, 30 Jan. 2026
Snow sculpting enthusiasts flocked to Lake Geneva this week for the 31st annual America's Snow Sculpting Invitational.
—Cailey Gleeson, jsonline.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Located in Uptown Charlotte, the attraction appeals to racing enthusiasts and casual visitors alike, offering interactive experiences that bring the sport’s rich history to life.
—Bill Bootz, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 2026
Bahar Anooshahr, AZCentral.com, 1 Feb. 2026
Each February, the town of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, is flooded with weather enthusiasts eager to see his prediction for the weeks ahead.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 1 Feb. 2026
Given how important Bitcoin is to the crypto industry, potential investors and crypto enthusiasts should understand the factors that influence Bitcoin's price.
—Ethan Stone, IndyStar, 30 Jan. 2026
Thanks to the new live webcam, which Outside readers can check out here, armchair enthusiasts can watch the action from the comfort of their own homes.
—Owen Clarke, Outside, 30 Jan. 2026
Snowmobile enthusiasts, gear up for the 57th annual International 500 snowmobile race week to kick off this weekend.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Last year was a letdown for crypto enthusiasts, and 2026 isn’t looking much better.
—Carlos Garcia, Fortune, 30 Jan. 2026
Snow sculpting enthusiasts flocked to Lake Geneva this week for the 31st annual America's Snow Sculpting Invitational.
—Cailey Gleeson, jsonline.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Located in Uptown Charlotte, the attraction appeals to racing enthusiasts and casual visitors alike, offering interactive experiences that bring the sport’s rich history to life.
—Bill Bootz, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enthusiasts
Noun
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Spliced between an intense single day in the present investigation and the twisted trajectory of the young lovers’ affair in the past, the series is both a unique crime story and a riveting, sexy, psychological thriller.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
1 Feb. 2026
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The show centers on the relationship between Russian Ilya Rozanov, played by Connor Storrie, and Canadian Shane Hollander, played by Hudson Williams, who are rivals on the ice but lovers off of it.—
Henry Austin,
NBC news,
1 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Many fans have no opinion at all.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 Feb. 2026
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Some fans weren't too pleased with Noah's jokes and pleaded with the Grammys to re-evaluate hosting responsibilities.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
2 Feb. 2026
Noun
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For a coach who thinks running the ball is for squares and suckers, that’s not exactly adapting one’s philosophy to fit your personnel.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
27 Jan. 2026
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Remove any shoots and suckers that appear on the trunk or near the roots, and get rid of crossing or dead branches.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
22 Jan. 2026
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All of these shows are designed for mainstream America, not niche communities of hardcore fanatics.—
Frederick Dreier,
Outside,
27 Jan. 2026
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This time, the group included a cast of six diehard fanatics, including three Ski Utah staffers, two writers, and a pro skier.—
Tim Neville,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Enthusiasts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enthusiasts. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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