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a person who is the object of extreme or uncritical devotion
a movie star whose portrayal of a comic book superhero in a blockbuster series has made him the idol of millions
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However, while Rome may have been collecting idols and advantages, the true power in the tribe seems to rest with Teeny and Kishan.
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Dalton Ross, EW.com, 3 Oct. 2024
The political veteran is a fan of trains, 1970s pop idols and making military models.
—Jason Ma, Fortune Asia, 1 Oct. 2024
Here, the five idols discuss their creative evolution, navigating the K-pop industry post-LOONA, and their deep connection to the fans who have supported them every step of the way.
—Jeff Benjamin, Billboard, 1 Oct. 2024
Dalton Ross, EW.com, 3 Oct. 2024
The political veteran is a fan of trains, 1970s pop idols and making military models.
—Jason Ma, Fortune Asia, 1 Oct. 2024
Here, the five idols discuss their creative evolution, navigating the K-pop industry post-LOONA, and their deep connection to the fans who have supported them every step of the way.
—Jeff Benjamin, Billboard, 1 Oct. 2024
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“Idols.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/idols. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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