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as in proponent
a person who actively supports or favors a cause
exponents of space exploration earnestly called for more missions to the outer reaches of the solar system
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as in practitioner
one who brings an art or science to full realization
has long reigned as the nation's leading exponent of modern dance
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Recent Examples of exponent
The special relationship was never quite as special as its most passionate exponents liked to maintain.
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Peter Martin, Foreign Affairs, 24 Apr. 2016
The most prominent exponent of this perspective is Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel’s longest-serving prime minister, who in his declaration of war on Oct. 7, 2023, quoted the famous Bialik poem about Kishinev.
—Marc Tracy, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2024
Banda Machos, perhaps the most significant exponent of Jalisco’s quebradita-style banda music, rotated onto the Beso stage in a dark green and neon frazzle variation of their signature costume.
—Vicky Camarillo, Austin American-Statesman, 3 Mar. 2024
What is important is that the success that the new exponents have had has splashed and helped us, and that is very good for all of us.
—Tere Aguilera, Billboard, 25 Oct. 2024
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Peter Martin, Foreign Affairs, 24 Apr. 2016
The most prominent exponent of this perspective is Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel’s longest-serving prime minister, who in his declaration of war on Oct. 7, 2023, quoted the famous Bialik poem about Kishinev.
—Marc Tracy, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2024
Banda Machos, perhaps the most significant exponent of Jalisco’s quebradita-style banda music, rotated onto the Beso stage in a dark green and neon frazzle variation of their signature costume.
—Vicky Camarillo, Austin American-Statesman, 3 Mar. 2024
What is important is that the success that the new exponents have had has splashed and helped us, and that is very good for all of us.
—Tere Aguilera, Billboard, 25 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exponent
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White-Cain is a proponent of the prosperity theology, which is centered around financial and physical well-being being done through the will of God.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
7 Feb. 2025
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Others might argue that Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos is an enthusiastic proponent of freedom of expression.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
4 Feb. 2025
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The retreat pop-ups include a wellness workshop led by Highland Project mindfulness practitioners, as well as opportunities for attendees to foster true connections with one another.—
Jasmine Browley,
Essence,
4 Feb. 2025
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Nurse practitioners took the top spot for a second consecutive year with a median salary of $126,260.—
Sam Allard,
Axios,
31 Jan. 2025
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Crime, courts and policing Immigration crackdown could deter workers from reporting hazards, advocates warn.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2025
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Homeless advocates defied a prominent real estate company on Saturday by promising to continue their weekly food distributions and church services in a North Sacramento parking lot.—
Mathew Miranda,
Sacramento Bee,
9 Feb. 2025
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These are the interpreters, the ones who were right alongside our combat veterans.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Feb. 2025
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Volunteers may also provide free language interpreter services.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes,
7 Feb. 2025
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Still, some Trump supporters are eager for a tougher approach.—
Joel Rose,
NPR,
8 Feb. 2025
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Evidently, Hegseth remained on Trump’s mind—or television screen, as an energetic supporter—even after the president left office.—
Kyle Khan-Mullins,
Forbes,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Exponent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exponent. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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