noun
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a person who attends something regularly
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( in combination )
filmgoer
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an energetic person
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informal an acceptable or feasible idea, proposal, etc
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informal a person trying to succeed
Etymology
Origin of goer
Example Sentences
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His audience laughed when Burr demonstrated the many ways mediums could move objects, answer questions, or otherwise trick unsuspecting séance goers.
From Literature
The public art program acts as “a way that we can bring in people who may not be just the ticket goers or the VIP,” said Christine Messineo, Frieze’s director of Americas.
From Los Angeles Times
The much-derided delayed opening of a new music arena has now given way to the city's hotels and bars being kept busy throughout the week with concert goers.
From BBC
‘Festival goers embraced the humor and heartbreak of this intimate documentary directed by Ryan White, as it speaks to art and love and reminds us what it means to be alive as we face mortality.’
From Los Angeles Times
She initially did workouts at home and reduced the calories in her diet, as she felt she needed to fit a certain image of a gym goer.
From BBC
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