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Recent Examples of collector
Even without a significant online presence, A&M’s reputation as the oldest comic book shop in Florida has gotten the attention of high-profile collectors like Star Wars creator and billionaire George Lucas.
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Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 31 Jan. 2025
But in 1999—nearly 100 years after Dédé’s death—a French music collector sold the manuscript to Harvard’s music library as part of his massive collection of scores.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 31 Jan. 2025
One of the six, and the only one painted in this stunning shade of purple-blue, is owned by Miami collectors Constance and Mike Fernandez, who presented the car at the Cavallino.
—Howard Walker, Robb Report, 29 Jan. 2025
This year, don’t be surprised if collectors looking for a hidden gem turn their focus to outsider art.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 29 Jan. 2025
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Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 31 Jan. 2025
But in 1999—nearly 100 years after Dédé’s death—a French music collector sold the manuscript to Harvard’s music library as part of his massive collection of scores.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 31 Jan. 2025
One of the six, and the only one painted in this stunning shade of purple-blue, is owned by Miami collectors Constance and Mike Fernandez, who presented the car at the Cavallino.
—Howard Walker, Robb Report, 29 Jan. 2025
This year, don’t be surprised if collectors looking for a hidden gem turn their focus to outsider art.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 29 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for collector
Noun
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Over the years, Murphy has become something of a connoisseur of pain, able to pick out subtle hints of flavor like a wine sommelier.—
Mark Lazerus,
The Athletic,
8 Feb. 2025
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Memoirs are designed for revelation, but Kureishi, a connoisseur of shock, invades his own privacy more than most.—
Hillary Kelly,
The Atlantic,
3 Feb. 2025
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The typical long-term buy-and-hold amateur will stay in tune with broad market trends and tend to do better than tactical professionals.—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
1 Feb. 2025
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International players under the age of 25 are considered amateurs and can only sign a minor-league contract with an additional bonus.—
Kimmy Yam,
NBC News,
17 Jan. 2025
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To all of you football fans making the post-Super Bowl pivot to college hoops, welcome.—
Brendan Marks,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
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Speaking about his love for One Direction online opened doors for incredible opportunities like getting the chance to interview them about their film This is Us in 2013 and being a part of 1D Day, the seven-hour-long live broadcast that connected fans with the band.—
Athena Sobhan,
People.com,
14 Feb. 2025
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On tap for the region through Saturday night are severe thunderstorms and torrential downpours that could even produce multiple tornadoes, said AccuWeather severe weather expert Guy Pearson.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA TODAY,
16 Feb. 2025
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In 2013, overwhelming evidence, including expert U.S.-intelligence analysis, showed that the Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad had used chemical weapons on his people.—
Kori Schake,
The Atlantic,
15 Feb. 2025
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Once a resting spot for weary travelers journeying along the Old Buncombe Road—which linked North Carolina to Georgia—Travelers Rest now lives up to its name as a peaceful haven for nature lovers, food enthusiasts, and adventure seekers.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
18 Feb. 2025
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Golf enthusiasts, gear up as PGA Tour's rival, LIV Golf, has finally posted a successful round of television viewership.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
15 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The film has become an event, a must-see for movie lovers.—
Glenn Whipp,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Feb. 2025
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For meat lovers, the hearty Rabo de Toro oxtail braised for 24 hours.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
Orlando Sentinel,
6 Feb. 2025
Noun
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He will be called a fascist and a coward and a dilettante.—
The Editors,
National Review,
31 Oct. 2024
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Back in the 1930s, Cocteau was dubbed a dilettante.—
Harriet Quick,
theweek,
17 July 2024
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The Penny Lane style coat is known as such for the fictional rock groupie Penny Lane, played by Kate Hudson in the 2000 cult classic film Almost Famous.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
9 Feb. 2025
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Based on a real-life groupie, Penny is obsessed with following around bands on tour—and her wardrobe is equally as rockstar-worthy.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
26 Jan. 2025
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“Collector.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/collector. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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