familiars

noun

Definition of familiarsnext
plural of familiar
1
as in lovers
someone who regularly spends time in a particular place a longtime familiar of the bar, she would most likely have been there on the night in question

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2
as in friends
a person who has a strong liking for and trust in another with old familiars the normally reserved writer can be quite warm and funny

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for familiars
  1. lovers
  2. buddies
  3. guests
  4. patrons
  5. denizens
  6. customers
  7. clients
Noun
  • Enigmatic as a matter of strategy, Dylan lies about himself and his past to his friends, his lovers, and an eager press, keeping a distance between the art and the artist.
    Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 23 Dec. 2024
  • One of the most talked about attractions of this festival is Dinner and a Movie, which offers film and food lovers to meet and greet filmmakers while enjoying a meal.
    Leslie Kelly, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of lovers
Noun
  • Trouble down in Georgia Steve Daniel and Tony D had been buddies for a long time.
    Keith Sharon, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
  • While the women hear Brie’s confession, Jack and his Marine buddies are chatting around a fire.
    Sara Netzley, EW.com, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of buddies
Noun
  • But the next issue was how guests were going to enjoy the soups at the potluck party.
    Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Previous guests include Truman Capote, Frank Sinatra, The Doors, and Tennessee Williams, who worked on A Streetcar Named Desire during his residency here.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of guests
Noun
  • In 1936, the owners added the bar, and patrons started hanging dollar bills on the ceiling and walls.
    Kara Franker, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The law was challenged by the American Civil Liberties Union of Arkansas and others on behalf of a coalition of public libraries, booksellers, patrons of bookstores, boookseller associations and author associations.
    Ron Wood, arkansasonline.com, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of patrons
Noun
  • Between its rich history and even wealthier denizens, the Principality of Monaco reigns supreme as the world’s most glamorous and exclusive motorsport destination.
    Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
  • In 2024, scientists found the largest coral is bigger than a blue whale, how anglerfish became deep-sea denizens and that the ability for life to glow arose in the ocean half a billion years ago.
    Danielle Hall, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of denizens
Noun
  • Amex also has multiple partnerships including Marriott International and Delta, enabling customers to earn attractive rewards and further incentivizing spending activity.
    Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Hours vary by location, so customers should contact their local restaurant for specific holiday hours before visiting.
    Laura Daniella Sepulveda, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of customers
Noun
  • Palantir is perhaps most famous for its work as a contractor for the Department of Defense, but its clients also include the likes of General Mills and United Airlines.
    Derek Saul, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Many firms are no longer accepting new clients.
    Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of clients
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Thesaurus Entries Near familiars

familiarly

familiars

familiar spirit

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