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[av-id] / ˈæv ɪd /


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A teacher at the school has said the shooter was a good student - not aggressive and with good grades - and education authorities have described him as an avid gamer.

From BBC Aug. 7, 2026

As an avid concertgoer, I enjoyed the overall experience at the F&M Amphitheater.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 5, 2026

Ramirez, an avid surfer, makes a point to visit those trucks whenever his schedule allows.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 25, 2026

An avid player of the ancient board game Go, the 37-year-old was also honored for research that laid the foundations for this breakthrough.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 24, 2026

Tyrion could feel their cold dead eyes watching this mummer’s face, as avid as the crew of the Selaesori Qhoran.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin




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