avowed

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The lightweight championship clash will top a bill of six fights set to take place on the US Flag Day holiday and the 80th birthday of President Donald Trump, who is an avowed UFC fan.

From Barron's • Mar. 8, 2026

As a cleric in his 20s, he encountered Khomeini, a charismatic religious leader and avowed opponent of Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2026

And then there’s politics, stirred by the presence of Molly, an avowed Irish nationalist.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 20, 2025

"You get such a sense of achievement when you are able to get it among such fierce competition," says avowed fan Fiona Zhang.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2025

Marcy and Lou went to a jazz concert together, and she had a great time despite her avowed dislike of jazz.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove