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
  • The home, made for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, sits on 80 acres of woodlands and was built in 1997 by Garland Homes.
    Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Think luxe portable hand creams that turn an ordinary day into a mini self-care moment or cute succulents for plant lovers who don’t exactly have the greenest thumbs.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Glamour, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of lovers
Noun
  • Here are a few key details about each person, who are my coworkers, my buddies, and my family members.
    Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
  • The two, who had grown up in the area, had been buddies since seventh grade, after getting to know each other at summer Bible camp.
    Peter Elkind, ProPublica, 13 Nov. 2024
Definition of buddies
Noun
  • Soon, dozens of guests will be arriving from out of town.
    Marni Jameson, arkansasonline.com, 5 Oct. 2024
  • With large groups, try to remember names, ask guests about themselves.
    Marni Jameson, arkansasonline.com, 5 Oct. 2024
Definition of guests
Noun
  • Willie, too, was welcomed by jovial patrons in the restaurant where Heyerdahl was dining.
    Francine Uenuma, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The Hot Chick goes down the rabbit hole With over-the-top Alice in Wonderland decor, like oversized clocks, butterflies, and mushrooms, plus an appearance by the Queen of Hearts, The Hot Chick aims to transport patrons to a magical place.
    Bahar Anooshahr, The Arizona Republic, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of patrons
Noun
  • The crumbling city is filled with the dead and denizens who have made New York City their own world full of anarchy, danger, beauty and terror.
    Charlie Mason, TVLine, 18 Oct. 2024
  • The crumbling city is filled with the dead and denizens who have made New York City their own world full of anarchy, danger, beauty, and terror.
    Denise Petski, Deadline, 18 Oct. 2024
Definition of denizens
Noun
  • It is designed to encourage customers to immediately report false advertising.
    Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
  • By demonstrating awareness of these industry dynamics, business development leaders can become indispensable partners in their customers’ success.
    Barry Reicherter, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of customers
Noun
  • Friends, guests, clients all have different habits.
    Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
  • Professional Diversity Network continues to focus on reducing operating costs and targeting new clients to improve overall profitability.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of clients
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Thesaurus Entries Near familiars

familiarly

familiars

familiar spirit

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