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fanbase

British  
/ ˈfænˌbeɪs /

noun

  1. the body of admirers of a particular pop singer, football team, etc

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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UJC organisers have tried to tap into that fanbase and the UK infrastructure the NFL has built, but also appeal to younger fans.

From BBC Sep. 18, 2026

Being separated from the sometimes "extreme" Italian fanbase can only work in Antonelli's favour, believes Valsecchi.

From BBC Sep. 5, 2026

In 1974, Ike Turner produced Tina’s solo debut, “Tina Turns the Country On,” to broaden her fanbase beyond the R&B faithful.

From Salon Aug. 29, 2026

In contrast to her boisterous outward appearance, Parton was notably reserved on other issues of day-to-day politics, citing a fanbase of all political stripes.

From Barron's Aug. 26, 2026

Kairi’s scenes are often accompanied by the powerful score from composer Yoko Shimomura, amplifying the emotion that has driven the games’ fanbase for more than two decades.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 17, 2026

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