as in favorite
a person or thing that is preferred over others
most of the top appointments went to the new governor's personal minions and political cronies
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Recent Examples of minion
Israel is also a part of the ceasefire but was subjected to a last-minute barrage of missile attacks today from Iran and its minions.
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Dominic Patten, Deadline, 7 Apr. 2026
Baek-jeong, and his gaggle of minions, finally succeed in the penultimate episode, setting the stage for a bloody final battle.
—Kayti Burt, Time, 3 Apr. 2026
Watch for Kara's intense ocular heat ray blasts and some fancy flying while she and Lobo battle Krem and his minions off-Earth.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 2 Apr. 2026
Noem’s minions would defy and frustrate federal judges seeking basic information from DHS about the department’s compliance with court orders.
—Clarence Page, Chicago Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026
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Dominic Patten, Deadline, 7 Apr. 2026
Baek-jeong, and his gaggle of minions, finally succeed in the penultimate episode, setting the stage for a bloody final battle.
—Kayti Burt, Time, 3 Apr. 2026
Watch for Kara's intense ocular heat ray blasts and some fancy flying while she and Lobo battle Krem and his minions off-Earth.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 2 Apr. 2026
Noem’s minions would defy and frustrate federal judges seeking basic information from DHS about the department’s compliance with court orders.
—Clarence Page, Chicago Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for minion
Noun
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After starting his podcast with Soffer in 2022, the two have spent most Mondays and Thursdays since chatting about everything from pop culture to life advice and even conducting celebrity interviews with fan favorites like Hilary Duff, Snooki and Frankie Muniz.—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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The dining scene ranges from longtime favorites like The Shed to newer spots such as Leo’s, while luxury hotels offer sweeping views of the desert and nearby Rocky Mountains.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
19 May 2026
Noun
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The energy and bustle of Harvard Square balances top shops—Ray Bans, Gap, Patagonia—with indie darlings like romance bookstore Lovestruck Books and Bob Slate Stationer.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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The other headliners are rising pop star Zara Larsson, Grammy darling Brandi Carlile, lesbian pop band MUNA, and Carly Rae Jepsen doing a special sunset performance.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
18 May 2026
Noun
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Dress comfortably, stay hydrated and special care for pets.—
Andrew Kozak,
CBS News,
17 May 2026
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The flesh and pits of avocados are toxic to birds and pets too.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 May 2026
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“Minion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minion. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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