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also mavin
1
as in expert
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field
an investment maven, he was doing well even when the market was doing poorly
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as in fan
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something
a science-fiction maven who could talk for hours about fictional technology
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Recent Examples of maven
Fashion maven Carine Roitfeld will once again curate a fashion show.
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Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Mar. 2025
So often, teams disagree with the prospect mavens, and many good and even great players never made a Top 100 prospects list.
—Jake Ciely, The Athletic, 10 Mar. 2025
But, as the bourbon mavens know, California law requires Costco stores to admit non-members who are shopping for alcohol.
—Bay Area News Group, The Mercury News, 7 Mar. 2025
However, market mavens, traders, and institutional investors may have also started bracing themselves for December inflation data that will be released this week.
—Jason Schenker, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
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Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Mar. 2025
So often, teams disagree with the prospect mavens, and many good and even great players never made a Top 100 prospects list.
—Jake Ciely, The Athletic, 10 Mar. 2025
But, as the bourbon mavens know, California law requires Costco stores to admit non-members who are shopping for alcohol.
—Bay Area News Group, The Mercury News, 7 Mar. 2025
However, market mavens, traders, and institutional investors may have also started bracing themselves for December inflation data that will be released this week.
—Jason Schenker, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for maven
Noun
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Self-love and relationship expert Iryna Wood is redefining romance with an innovative mobile app that puts emotional awareness at the forefront.—
Emma Kershaw,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Some North Texas sectors will feel the burn more than others, experts say.—
Jaime Moore-Carrillo,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Apr. 2025
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The wait is over for fans anticipating the beginning of Grand Slam Track.—
Katelyn Hutchison,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Add Pierce Brosnan to the list of George Clooney's fans!—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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He’s got long arms (33 1/2″), big hands (9 7/8″) and a prototype frame (6-4, 315) that’d give offensive line guru Jeff Stoutland plenty to work with.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
4 Apr. 2025
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The quads feature blush, highlighter and yes, even the brand’s coveted Laguna bronzer, all packaged in stripes inspired by the umbrellas along Biarritz, France, one of the beauty guru’s most beloved destinations.—
Jackie Fields,
People.com,
1 Apr. 2025
Noun
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History enthusiasts can journey back to the 19th century at Ca n’Amat Museum.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Home Improved is news and information center for home renovation and DIY enthusiasts.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
7 Apr. 2025
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Legal scholars have said there is little legal precedent for Trump's war on Big Law, which has created a chilling effect across the legal community, and most will certainly have a chilling effect on his opponents who will need legal representation against him.—
Alexander Mallin,
ABC News,
29 Mar. 2025
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On top of that, the Trump administration has detained some international scholars who have expressed support for Palestinian causes or criticized Israel over the war in Gaza.—
Tinbete Ermyas,
NPR,
28 Mar. 2025
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From Norfolk in the east on Chesapeake Bay to Charlottesville in the Appalachian Mountains to the northwest, Virginia is for art lovers this month.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Rick scoops Chelsea up in his arms before being shot himself and falling into the water with his lover, where the two die together.—
Audrey Gibbs,
USA Today,
8 Apr. 2025
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Degree requirement: bachelor’s degree in information technology, engineering, computer science or business management; preference for MBA or a master’s degree in technology management.—
Terina Allen,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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What makes a painting by a master so much better than a really good fake?—
The Editors of ARTnews,
ARTnews.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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Vrabel was the Tennessee Titans' head coach from 2018-23 and spent the 2024 season as a consultant with the Cleveland Browns.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Differentiate Coaching From Consulting Coaches must differentiate themselves from consultants.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Maven.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maven. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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