Collocations withfan
These are words often used in combination withfan.
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avid fan
He is easy-going and an avid fan of games.
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big fan
I am a big fan of science and technology.
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casual fan
Rule changes in the late 1970s ensured a fast-paced game with lots of passing to attract the casual fan.
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cooling fan
A controlled airflow was introduced into the model environment using a cooling fan connected to a variable transformer for speed control.
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cricket fan
A keen cricket fan, he is married with three children.
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dedicated fan
Despite a small but dedicated fan following, the series was cancelled after one season.
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devoted fan
I am therefore a grateful and devoted fan of our library system.
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die-hard fan
In contrast to this scene, die-hard fans of classic salsa dura established spaces of their own.
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electric fan
An electric fan, and fine water spray dispenser are useful in the management of any discomfort or pain.
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enthusiastic fan
I knew it was you singing said the enthusiastic fan.
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female fan
A groupie is generally considered a devoted female fan of a band or musical performer.
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huge fan
He got huge fan following due to the large success of this film, and he rose from obscurity to stardom.
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lifelong fan
A lifelong fan of steam locomotives, he owned several working models of various sizes, one pictured here.
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longtime fan
He is also a longtime fan of baseball.
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loyal fan base
He also felt that the direct approach to gamers would create a small but loyal fan base, which the company preferred over broad marketing.
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passionate fan
He was a passionate fan of the arts, opera music, history and literature.
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racing fan
I have never been a motor car racing fan.
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radiator fan
A high load is when multiple high-power systems such as ignition, radiator fan, heater blowers, lights and entertainment system are running at the same time.
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visiting fans
The smaller of the two stands, usually reserved for visiting fans.
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wrestling fan
He played ice hockey and was a wrestling fan as a child.
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