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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
Frequented by a mix of tourists and neighborhood regulars, Arthur Bryant’s also happens to be Gardner's favorite rib destination in the city.
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Joseph Hernandez,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 July 2026
But these regulars now share the calendar with an array of country, punk, hardcore, jam, reggae, and hip-hop artists.
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Brendan Hay,
SPIN,
1 July 2026
Many regulars describe the community as uplifting, friendly and vibrant.
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Haley Lillibridge,
Mercury News,
1 July 2026
Yet its main concern appears to be that DSA challengers are threatening the jobs of loyal party regulars and dividing the base against itself.
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Jonathan Chait,
The Atlantic,
1 July 2026
The regulars were middle-aged men who routinely drank five or six cocktails after work and were only rarely sloppy.
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Meghan O’Gieblyn,
Harpers Magazine,
30 June 2026
No new series regulars had been added to the show until now as Thirlby joins returning OGs Max Thieriot, Kevin Alejandro, Jordan Calloway, Jules Latimer and Diane Farr.
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Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
29 June 2026
Anderson and her dog Gracie were regulars at Centennial Gardens.
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Chierstin Roth,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
Other series regulars will include Lucy Barrett, Adain Bradley, Zyra Gorecki, Freddy Miyares and Ronen Rubinstein.
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Brenton Blanchet,
PEOPLE,
29 June 2026
Joseph Hernandez,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 July 2026
But these regulars now share the calendar with an array of country, punk, hardcore, jam, reggae, and hip-hop artists.
—
Brendan Hay,
SPIN,
1 July 2026
Many regulars describe the community as uplifting, friendly and vibrant.
—
Haley Lillibridge,
Mercury News,
1 July 2026
Yet its main concern appears to be that DSA challengers are threatening the jobs of loyal party regulars and dividing the base against itself.
—
Jonathan Chait,
The Atlantic,
1 July 2026
The regulars were middle-aged men who routinely drank five or six cocktails after work and were only rarely sloppy.
—
Meghan O’Gieblyn,
Harpers Magazine,
30 June 2026
No new series regulars had been added to the show until now as Thirlby joins returning OGs Max Thieriot, Kevin Alejandro, Jordan Calloway, Jules Latimer and Diane Farr.
—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
29 June 2026
Anderson and her dog Gracie were regulars at Centennial Gardens.
—
Chierstin Roth,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
Other series regulars will include Lucy Barrett, Adain Bradley, Zyra Gorecki, Freddy Miyares and Ronen Rubinstein.
—
Brenton Blanchet,
PEOPLE,
29 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for regulars
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The remains of two Army soldiers who went missing while off duty from military exercises in Morocco were recovered in May, according to the Army.
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The soldiers went missing on May 2 near the Cap Draa Training Area near the city of Tan Tan in southwestern Morocco, USA TODAY previously reported.
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As whole house fans and swamp coolers can suck additional pollutants inside, the department recommends using air purifiers or air conditioners as alternatives when possible.
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Some disappointed fans lingered near the barricades and boundaries police had set up and were enforcing.
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And perhaps the most famous statues in that distinctive style that Latchford stole from Koh Ker were nine stone warriors once arranged together in a battle scene.
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Uzbek fans have reveled in the chance to showcase their country and culture, staying behind long after the matches ended to pose for photos as steppe warriors, give away the country's ubiquitous embroidered duppy skullcaps, or just joyously dance to drums.
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Wine lovers should consider hitting some stops on the Great River Road Wine Trail, especially Danzinger Vineyards on the bluff in Alma.
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The track went viral on TikTok earlier this year, with longtime lovers of the musician remembering the hit, while younger fans may have discovered it for the first time.
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The other fighters and coaches celebrate his successes, said the gym owner, Roger Krahl.
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Just like the innovative application of Ukrainian UAVs, the western fourth generation F-16 and Mirage 2000 fighters are a capability far exceeding traditional Soviet airborne artillery doctrine.
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Like its patrons’ routines, The Silver Skillet is dependable.
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According to the criminal complaint, Powell and the other man began arguing after Powell made comments about female patrons.
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The accommodations strike a balance between rustic and refined, with neutral tones and natural materials that call back to the estate’s heritage while offering guests an atmosphere of refined comfort.
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There was no threat to tenants, visitors, and Empire State Building Observation Deck guests, the spokesperson said in a statement.
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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.
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“Regulars.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regulars. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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