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avid

[av-id] / ˈæv ɪd /


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She was described in those clips as devoutly religious, an avid reader and a dedicated mother and grandmother.

From Los Angeles Times

Mangione -- who has an avid fan base of mostly women that often attend his hearings -- has pleaded not guilty to all charges.

From Barron's

There is, of course, a rich paper trail, and the author made avid use of the Sanders mayoral archives at the University of Vermont.

From The Wall Street Journal

Separating myth from reality is a challenge, but avid researchers have managed to sketch the outlines of a life.

From Los Angeles Times

An avid collector who spent $100 million on music, sports and other pop culture memorabilia and also enjoyed competitive power lifting, Irsay steered the Colts to a Super Bowl win in 2007.

From Barron's