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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
Cookbook maven and Food Network star Ina Garten has a recipe that comes close to the real deal.
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Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 11 Mar. 2025
Each week throughout March, talent—everyone from rising beauty brand founders, to behind-the-scenes PR mavens—will discuss their career journeys, biggest inspirations, and more.
—Tira Urquhart, Essence, 31 Mar. 2025
Held in the Moscone Center every year since 2004 (and in San Jose before that), GDC, as it’s commonly known, brings thousands of game developers, community managers, marketing mavens, voice actors, music makers, and journalists together under one sprawling roof.
—Alyssa Mercante, Rolling Stone, 25 Mar. 2025
Fashion maven Carine Roitfeld will once again curate a fashion show.
—Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Mar. 2025
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Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 11 Mar. 2025
Each week throughout March, talent—everyone from rising beauty brand founders, to behind-the-scenes PR mavens—will discuss their career journeys, biggest inspirations, and more.
—Tira Urquhart, Essence, 31 Mar. 2025
Held in the Moscone Center every year since 2004 (and in San Jose before that), GDC, as it’s commonly known, brings thousands of game developers, community managers, marketing mavens, voice actors, music makers, and journalists together under one sprawling roof.
—Alyssa Mercante, Rolling Stone, 25 Mar. 2025
Fashion maven Carine Roitfeld will once again curate a fashion show.
—Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for maven
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The experts predict the economy will nearly stall in 2025, growing 0.8%, down from their projection of 1.7% just last month, according to the average estimate of 46 economists surveyed by Wolters Kluwer Blue Chip Economic Indicators on April 4 and April 7.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2025
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All the fashion experts—including Hailey Bieber—have surrendered to their charm.—
Isabel Serra,
Glamour,
15 Apr. 2025
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Five months later, PenaVega shared the devastating news with her fans and followers.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
14 Apr. 2025
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After the fourth time of a positive fan interaction, Adell began to consider making the song available to the public.—
Taylor Crumpton,
Essence,
14 Apr. 2025
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The alien ‘guru’ of Ashram Shambala A mechanical engineering graduate turned religious leader, Rudnev founded the Ashram Shambala religious group in 1989.—
Betiana Fernández Martino and Hira Humayan,
CNN Money,
11 Apr. 2025
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Being mentored by Carr and having an offensive guru in Kellen Moore as a head coach could help elevate Sanders' game.—
David Faris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Apr. 2025
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View 4 Images The world's top DLP projector brand has launched a dual-laser 4K projector that's aimed at installation pros as well as home cinema enthusiasts.—
Paul Ridden,
New Atlas,
4 Mar. 2025
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This motorcycle gave young enthusiasts a taste of the open road.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
4 Mar. 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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Cabot Creamery butter lovers may want to check their fridges following a recent recall.—
Rachel Flynn,
People.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Here’s another budget-friendly option for pet lovers.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
9 Apr. 2025
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The images feature the brand’s ready-to-wear, custom and bespoke suits, the latter of which are available by appointment with the company’s master tailor.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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But the ability to navigate this uncertainty depends on high-quality, accurate data—particularly supplier master data—which is easier said than done.—
Sarah Jones,
Sourcing Journal,
10 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 20 Apr. 2025.
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