DOYENNES Synonyms: 45 Similar and Opposite Words

doyennes

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But experts cautioned against reading too much into year-over-year numbers that can fluctuate based on many factors — including how authorities classify and count certain offenses.

— Jazmin Alvarado, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
The market for first-time homebuyers isn't likely to change dramatically over the next few years, housing experts say.

— Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 3 July 2026

Definition of experts

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Become a Vogue Business Member—the ultimate resource for fashion and beauty industry professionals.

— Alexandra Macon, Vogue, 3 July 2026
For those interested in watching a fireworks show, the Los Angeles County Fire Department compiled a list of fireworks displays, put on by certified professionals, that can be accessed here or by calling (888) 654-3473.

— Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026

Definition of professionals

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Creatives can check a large item off their wishlist for heavy-duty photo and video editing, plus other pros will enjoy plenty of space for data analysis, coding, and other multitasking projects.

— K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 29 June 2026
Here are three stocks favored by some of Wall Street’s top pros, according to TipRanks, a platform that ranks analysts based on their past performance.

— TipRanks.com Staff, CNBC, 28 June 2026

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Just ask style mavens Katie Holmes and Jennifer Aniston, who have both been spotted wearing the uber-comfortable Archies flip-flops.

— Annie Blackman, InStyle, 26 June 2026
The neighborhood/area Connected to the Nakheel Mall via an internal ramp, mall mavens will be in their element here, especially given the 300 stores right on the doorstep.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026

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Wellness gurus will also appreciate the range of treatments and healing modalities on offer at The Lotus Spa, from classic massages and facials to Reiki energy work and sound baths.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 June 2026
Marketing gurus have spent decades on the art and science of distilling a brand message into super-short 15- or 30-second ad bursts.

— Todd Spangler, Variety, 11 June 2026

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