avid

Example Sentences

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Formerly an avid cyclist, Islas said the incident has irrevocably changed his life.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

Operation Cadence was created by police officer and avid runner PC Catrin Hughes, who hopes it will encourage women to report any harassment or abuse they receive.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

“Ultimately, the Robinhood Platinum just doesn’t come close to the value that you get with the Amex Platinum — especially if you’re an avid traveler,” Blancaflor said.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 5, 2026

An avid gardener, she enjoyed making salsa with her son using homegrown tomatoes and peppers, her husband said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

The men had little commerce with local people, but being avid radio listeners they could report news and politics from all parts of the nation.

From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck