as in devotee
someone who wants another person to be happy, successful, etc.
Dozens of well-wishers gathered to say goodbye to him.
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Recent Examples of well-wisher
Thousands of well-wishers continued arriving in Rome.
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Joseph Wilkinson, New York Daily News, 2 Mar. 2025
The royal couple braved the rain during their visit to Pontypridd, Wales, on Feb. 27 to meet well-wishers who had gathered for a chance to say hello.
—Stephanie Petit, People.com, 27 Feb. 2025
To celebrate his freedom, a crowd of well-wishers lifted Mr. Oweis onto their shoulders.
—Johnatan Reiss, New York Times, 16 Feb. 2025
In addition to visiting Cycle of Life on Jan. 23, Prince William also met with members of the Tiber Young People’s Steering Group, took part in a kickabout with young people and met well-wishers in a walkabout.
—Rachel Burchfield, People.com, 24 Jan. 2025
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Joseph Wilkinson, New York Daily News, 2 Mar. 2025
The royal couple braved the rain during their visit to Pontypridd, Wales, on Feb. 27 to meet well-wishers who had gathered for a chance to say hello.
—Stephanie Petit, People.com, 27 Feb. 2025
To celebrate his freedom, a crowd of well-wishers lifted Mr. Oweis onto their shoulders.
—Johnatan Reiss, New York Times, 16 Feb. 2025
In addition to visiting Cycle of Life on Jan. 23, Prince William also met with members of the Tiber Young People’s Steering Group, took part in a kickabout with young people and met well-wishers in a walkabout.
—Rachel Burchfield, People.com, 24 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-wisher
Noun
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Best for: Hoka devotees, those seeking max cush, heavier runners, those who run gravel roads and road-to-smooth-trail routes.—
Lisa Jhung,
Outside Online,
28 Feb. 2025
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For the less daring design devotees, perhaps zebra wood furniture could be your new fix?—
Sydney Gore,
Architectural Digest,
27 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Bieber is also a fan of trying out different colorways and has so far sported cinnamon brown, chocolate swirl, and a glossy navy blue.—
Ranyechi Udemezue,
Vogue,
10 Mar. 2025
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Jason Isaacs Confirms Which Southern Charm Star Inspired His White Lotus Accent Timothy Ratliff has been a character of interest since the season 3 premiere, with chatter about his accent becoming a popular topic of conversation among fans.—
Liza Esquibias,
People.com,
10 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Later, one of their friends came to the house and discovered the body of one of the victims, Xana Kernodle.—
Mike Baker,
New York Times,
7 Mar. 2025
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Even your grimy London suburb feels unsettling, but then again, it’s plagued by spooky goings-on: disappearances, violence, and wayward theories (specifically from your friend Marty) that there’s a demonic element to it all.—
Matt Gardner,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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And in Sunday’s unique atmosphere, embracing the moment in front of a vocal crowd of Yomiuri Giants supporters.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Mar. 2025
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His daughter, Philippines Vice President Sara Duterte, visited him in the court's detention center Friday and met with supporters outside the court.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
15 Mar. 2025
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“Well-wisher.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/well-wisher. Accessed 19 Mar. 2025.
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