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as in swarm
a great number of persons or creatures massed together
a host of people assembled along the parade route to see the new president
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as in announcer
a person who conducts a program of entertainment by making introductions and providing continuity
our favorite morning TV show has a new host
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Recent Examples of host
Jay Leno, who was both O’Brien’s predecessor and successor as host of that legendary late-night comedy franchise, received the honor in 2014.
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Paul Grein, Billboard, 16 Jan. 2025
Facilities there are attractive enough to also make Rocker B a frequent host to weddings and corporate retreats.
—Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 2 Jan. 2025
The Watch What Happens Live host went on to pour a shot for Black and Ruffin.
Wood Jr. seemingly alluded to former CNN anchor Don Lemon, who used to host New Year’s Eve coverage for the news network and was known for drinking on-air while doing it.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 1 Jan. 2025
The Watch What Happens Live host proceeded to ask about the current season of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills while Cooper, 57, was astounded by Hamm's deep knowledge of the reality TV franchise.
—Marina Watts, People.com, 1 Jan. 2025
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Paul Grein, Billboard, 16 Jan. 2025
Facilities there are attractive enough to also make Rocker B a frequent host to weddings and corporate retreats.
—Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 2 Jan. 2025
The Watch What Happens Live host went on to pour a shot for Black and Ruffin.
Wood Jr. seemingly alluded to former CNN anchor Don Lemon, who used to host New Year’s Eve coverage for the news network and was known for drinking on-air while doing it.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 1 Jan. 2025
The Watch What Happens Live host proceeded to ask about the current season of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills while Cooper, 57, was astounded by Hamm's deep knowledge of the reality TV franchise.
—Marina Watts, People.com, 1 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for host
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Add to that mix of experts a swarm of biotech founders and investors, and the talk got pretty enterprising.—
Grace Huckins,
Robb Report,
20 Jan. 2025
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Not everywhere in the South experienced what was known as Brood XIX, but Kentucky will get its turn at a cicada swarm this summer.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
20 Jan. 2025
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Many are stuck in third countries, including one former member of the Afghan army in Pakistan who spoke to USA TODAY on the condition of anonymity for fear of their safety.—
Chris Kenning,
USA TODAY,
23 Jan. 2025
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The Mother of Dragons herself, Daenerys Targaryen, embodies the cultural fear of and fascination with a petite, white female wielding her dragons—not a husband or son—to build a seemingly socially just army that will brutally conquer in her name.—
Rebecca Scofield / Made by History,
TIME,
21 Jan. 2025
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Among those who attended the ceremony were CBS Sports chairman Sean McManus, CBS announcer Phil Simms, golfers Phil Mickelson and Fred Couples, as well as former NFL quarterback Tom Brady, New England Patriots owner Robert Craft and radio host Mike Francesa.—
Adam England,
People.com,
26 Jan. 2025
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Stadium announcers also go with just his first name.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
The Athletic,
24 Jan. 2025
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And don’t take any of these expedient risks simply because flocks of others are doing the same.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes,
19 Jan. 2025
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While some experts are hopeful prices will stabilize once laying flocks are replenished, there is no concrete timeline for how long this will take.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
19 Jan. 2025
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The colonel was also being held responsible for 12 soldiers in his battalion leaving their positions, a statement said.—
Maria Varenikova,
New York Times,
21 Jan. 2025
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Before the conflict, Hamas maintained a force of 30,000 terrorists organized into 24 battalions.—
Efrat Lachter,
Fox News,
13 Jan. 2025
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Go earlier in the evening on a weekday to avoid crowds.—
Amber Gibson,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Jan. 2025
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The dine-in chain, which is now up to 44 theaters, is private so doesn’t report financials but since emerging from bankruptcy post-Covid it’s become among the hottest places to see films drawing young crowds to a mix of big studio release, arthouse and repertory fare.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
14 Jan. 2025
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The entrance is like a secret garden, a shrouded staircase that is trying its best to hide from the throngs of visitors looking for this exact type of postcard-perfect view.—
Brittany Spanos,
Rolling Stone,
21 Jan. 2025
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There was just none of the storied grandeur of using the Capitol itself as a backdrop, nor the ability to capture the throngs of people stretching out onto the D.C. horizon.—
Daniel Fienberg,
The Hollywood Reporter,
20 Jan. 2025
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This latest teaser is more general in scope, revealing few plot points but giving us glimpses of our new characters: Abby weeping over a grave, Ellie and Dina slow-dancing (and then outrunning a horde of infected), and a brief glimpse of Isaac by a campfire.—
Jennifer Ouellette,
Ars Technica,
7 Jan. 2025
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Apparently Dracula has imprisoned Dr. Strange in a pocket dimension and has also unleashed a horde of vampires because messing with the moon just wasn’t enough.—
Ash Parrish,
The Verge,
6 Jan. 2025
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“Host.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/host. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.
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