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fanbase

British

/ ˈfænˌbeɪs /

noun

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

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Such negativity floors the fanbase, when the Scots still had a 42% chance of creating history.

From BBC • Jun. 28, 2026

Though club sources insist fan discontent wasn't a major factor in the decision to part ways with Slot, ultimately he had lost vast sections of the fanbase.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

But since Levy's exit, Venkatesham has attracted increasing anger from irate sections of the fanbase.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Aged 73 at the time, he was a hero to the Celtic fanbase after his first spell in charge of a star-studded team that included the likes of Henrik Larsson and Chris Sutton.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

Punch's predicament sparked huge interest online, spawning a devoted fanbase under the hashtag #HangInTherePunch.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

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