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as in soldiers
a person engaged in military service
throughout the war, the regulars were supplemented by corps of volunteers and militiamen
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as in fans
someone who regularly spends time in a particular place
the coffeehouse regulars were put out by the interlopers occupying their usual table
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Recent Examples of regulars
From longstanding regulars to new arrivals, here are which couples are still together, and which cast members are still looking for their person.
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Adam England, PEOPLE, 2 Apr. 2026
Season 3 series regulars include Zendaya, Hunter Schafer, Eric Dane, Jacob Elordi, Sydney Sweeney, Alexa Demie, Maude Apatow, Martha Kelly, Chloe Cherry, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje and Toby Wallace.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2026
Zendaya, Hunter Schafer, Jacob Elordi, Sydney Sweeney, Alexa Demie, Maude Apatow, Martha Kelly, Chloe Cherry, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje and Toby Wallace appear as series regulars, along with Eric Dane in his final role.
—Kirsten Chuba, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2026
At this point, the Panthers’ list of key players injured is almost as long than the list of regulars who are still healthy enough to compete over the final two weeks of the season.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2026
Yet that seems to be what locals and regulars prefer tourists to think, as just beyond Montauk Highway lies lush farmland, vineyards, and remote beaches.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2026
The Boilermakers have become tournament regulars, reaching their third consecutive Sweet 16.
—Lia Assimakopoulos, Dallas Morning News, 25 Mar. 2026
Carter opened alongside regulars Paolo Banchero, Desmond Bane, Jalen Suggs and Tristan da Silva as Orlando continued to operate without Franz Wagner (left high ankle sprain injury management).
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 Mar. 2026
If this team’s regulars perform as expected, Eldridge can focus on learning the majors.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 22 Mar. 2026
Adam England, PEOPLE, 2 Apr. 2026
Season 3 series regulars include Zendaya, Hunter Schafer, Eric Dane, Jacob Elordi, Sydney Sweeney, Alexa Demie, Maude Apatow, Martha Kelly, Chloe Cherry, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje and Toby Wallace.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2026
Zendaya, Hunter Schafer, Jacob Elordi, Sydney Sweeney, Alexa Demie, Maude Apatow, Martha Kelly, Chloe Cherry, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje and Toby Wallace appear as series regulars, along with Eric Dane in his final role.
—Kirsten Chuba, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2026
At this point, the Panthers’ list of key players injured is almost as long than the list of regulars who are still healthy enough to compete over the final two weeks of the season.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2026
Yet that seems to be what locals and regulars prefer tourists to think, as just beyond Montauk Highway lies lush farmland, vineyards, and remote beaches.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2026
The Boilermakers have become tournament regulars, reaching their third consecutive Sweet 16.
—Lia Assimakopoulos, Dallas Morning News, 25 Mar. 2026
Carter opened alongside regulars Paolo Banchero, Desmond Bane, Jalen Suggs and Tristan da Silva as Orlando continued to operate without Franz Wagner (left high ankle sprain injury management).
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 Mar. 2026
If this team’s regulars perform as expected, Eldridge can focus on learning the majors.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 22 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for regulars
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Reichsmarschall Hermann Göring, supreme commander of the Luftwaffe, Hitler’s second in command, and the highest-ranking surviving Nazi leader, steps out of the car, stands at attention to announce his surrender, and orders the soldiers to carry his bags.—
Alice Kaplan,
The New York Review of Books,
4 Apr. 2026
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Ten Israeli soldiers have died there.—
Sam Mednick,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Apr. 2026
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In this week’s reader mailbag, Charlotte Observer reporter Alex Zietlow answers questions on the minds of Panthers fans.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
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In fact, many who come are fans of Frank Lloyd Wright.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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The deliberate sparring during mealtime hides a palpable contempt the two warriors have for each other, further displayed as a seething hatred conveyed on Kirk's face as Chang departs back to Kronos One.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
22 Mar. 2026
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Maryland lawmakers have the power to stand up for the thousands of sickle cell warriors.—
Teanika D. Hoffman,
Baltimore Sun,
21 Mar. 2026
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This cozy getaway is designed for vintage lovers and hygge seekers—and is almost guaranteed to make it onto your Instagram feed.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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The event, which was started by the city but is now run by Red Rock 4-Wheelers, gives 4×4 lovers a chance to responsibly drive on trails through one of the most beautiful natural settings in the country.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
27 Mar. 2026
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Epic Fury opened with the most exquisite tools available—stealth bombers, stealth fighters, electronic attack, cyberwar, long-range cruise missiles and penetrating munitions.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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Nearby are paintings of animal-human hybrids by the Danish artist Ovartaci and a 2022 video environment by Christopher Kulendran Thomas, which includes what appears to be footage of Tamil independence fighters and a deepfake of Kim Kardashian.—
Zachary Fine,
New Yorker,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Alarmed civic officials across the West have already begun ordering restrictions on watering lawns, cleaning cars and even whether restaurant patrons get served glasses of water.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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Some locals remember that two-night stand as one of rare occasions when Bushnell patrons were allowed to bring drinks into the auditorium with them.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
30 Mar. 2026
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Young guests can also help gather eggs in the barnyard each morning and take part in kid-friendly activities like crafts and outdoor adventures alongside ranch hands.—
Julie Bielenberg,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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Like many hotels in Japan, the staff here are specifically trained to assist disabled guests, but calling ahead to notify the staff of your needs will go a long way to smoother experience.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Apr. 2026
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There will be plenty of entertainment options for frequenters, who will be able to play PlayStation, beer pong, foosball and ping pong games.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Regulars.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regulars. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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