Definition of hunternext
as in archer
a person who hunts game hunters must have a license to shoot deer

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Recent Examples of hunter In the series, an ex-treasure-hunter and descendent of a famous pirate uncovers a lost diary that could lead to the mysterious and powerful Emperor’s Stone. Denise Petski, Deadline, 14 May 2026 Pay particular attention to the primary photo — the one house hunters will see first. Lew Sichelman, Miami Herald, 14 May 2026 To get inside the home, Shelton has a local investigator pretend to be an interested renter, which allows the squatter hunter and his team to sneak inside. Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026 For deal hunters and people fixing up their starter apartments, Wayfair has much to offer in the way of a truly massive selection of affordable lighting. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 11 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for hunter
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Noun
  • Last week’s contortionist archer.
    Bethy Squires, Vulture, 1 May 2026
  • The archer does not mince words, and neither does Ali when dealing with Rue.
    Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Orion was a giant huntsman whom Zeus placed amongst the stars, securing his place in heroic tales for all time.
    Taylor Grothe, Parents, 10 Apr. 2026
  • Though who’s the better huntsman may never be known, the two have specialized in tracking down quarterbacks and running backs for the Cavs.
    Colby Gordon, Austin American Statesman, 5 Dec. 2025
Noun
  • Also an experienced falconer, Kennedy is known for keeping and training birds of prey.
    Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 4 May 2026
  • The fair features live music, food, more than 20 community booths and special guests including falconers with birds of prey.
    Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 3 May 2026

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“Hunter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hunter. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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