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as in villain
a mean, evil, or unprincipled person
even the utter horror of the terrorist attack did not deter some fiends from going on a looting spree
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as in addict
a person who regularly uses drugs especially illegally
the miserable, wasted lives of narcotic fiends
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as in lover
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something
comic-book fiends seem to have their own little world
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as in demon
an evil spirit
the legend that a fiend continues to haunt what was once the castle's torture chamber
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as in expert
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field
our in-house computer fiend fixed the problem in no time
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Recent Examples of fiend
Cape Cod has a free hotel room for the Rice Krispies fiends who want to relieve their childhoods.
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Steph Solis, Axios, 14 Aug. 2024
Theodore Roosevelt had a particular loathing for Kodak fiends.
—Ben Tarnoff, The New Yorker, 5 Oct. 2024
In her first year as a pro Clark has almost singlehandedly ushered the WNBA into a new era, as her games with the Fever became mandatory viewing for basketball fiends and curiosity seekers alike.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 22 Sep. 2024
And with that change comes a time all of us home decor fiends and cozy dwellers look forward to: autumn and Halloween.
—Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Aug. 2024
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Steph Solis, Axios, 14 Aug. 2024
Theodore Roosevelt had a particular loathing for Kodak fiends.
—Ben Tarnoff, The New Yorker, 5 Oct. 2024
In her first year as a pro Clark has almost singlehandedly ushered the WNBA into a new era, as her games with the Fever became mandatory viewing for basketball fiends and curiosity seekers alike.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 22 Sep. 2024
And with that change comes a time all of us home decor fiends and cozy dwellers look forward to: autumn and Halloween.
—Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fiend
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Just weeks after closing out an incredibly dominant year in music, Rihanna was cast by some fans and members of the media as the villain and endlessly harassed by those who felt Brown did nothing wrong.Kyle Denis, Billboard, 19 Nov. 2024
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And thus is Cobra Kai Part 2’s biggest reveal with the return of a villain who has disdain for Kreese, LaRusso and Lawrence: the infamous Terry Silver (played by Thomas Griffith) and his ruthless Iron Dragons.Demetrius Patterson, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Nov. 2024
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John Sarkisian was a gambling addict who bet — then subsequently lost — his family’s business.Brittany Spanos, Rolling Stone, 20 Nov. 2024
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In Orange County, 76% of voters voted for Prop. 36 which will require judges warn hard drug dealers that they could be charged with murder if their drugs kill someone, will provide treatment to drug addicts, and allow prosecutors to file felonies on repeat thieves.Todd Spitzer, Orange County Register, 11 Nov. 2024
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Here, a few suggestions for the art lovers on your list.Rima Suqi, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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After eight years of serving as a vibrant hub for coffee lovers, Irene’s will be closing on Nov. 24.Ana Gutierrez, Austin American-Statesman, 21 Nov. 2024
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The book tells of two children in an unnamed village who decide, against the advice of their parents, to seek out a demon that has taken all the animals away.Arash Azizi, The Atlantic, 20 Nov. 2024
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Regan becomes possessed by a demon after playing with an Ouija board, and her mother, played by Ellen Burstyn, tries to save her from its grip.Victoria Edel, People.com, 31 Oct. 2024
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The current top predator in Tasmania, the Tasmanian devil (Sarcophilus harrisii), is already facing severe population declines due to disease.Scott Travers, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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The devil facial tumor disease (DFTD) has been eating away at the population of Tasmanian devils and re-introducing the thylacine might not do the devil any favors.Scott Travers, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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However, some tax experts say that higher tariffs would cause a financial burden on low- to moderate-income taxpayers due to the potential for higher consumer costs.Tribune News Service, Twin Cities, 15 Nov. 2024
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Some experts foresee the biggest impact on retail goods such as electronics and apparel, as the U.S. imports only about 15% of its food supply.J.J. McCorvey, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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When searching for reprieve, there’s sanctuary in a movie musical that looks like a Broadway smash, a Colosseum full of vintage brutes, a Harry Styles simile.Raven Smith, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2024
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The Penguin's Falcone is every bit the misogynistic brute, but his actions are relegated to the off-screen imagination by being implied, rather than shown.Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 24 Oct. 2024
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Dubbed the Flex and the Stax, respectively, both models in the line are now larger than a standard cardholder, allowing users to take them anywhere with minimal fuss.Martin Lerma, Robb Report, 23 Nov. 2024
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The diffuser can also connect to a phone app, which allows users to activate it remotely.James Manso, WWD, 22 Nov. 2024
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“Fiend.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fiend. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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