as in famous
widely known
the renowned painter, sculptor, architect, and engineer, Leonardo da Vinci
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Recent Examples of renowned
Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 4 Apr. 2025
In its first year, the center appointed renowned choreographer Katherine Dunham as a technical adviser in intercultural communication.
—Joanna Dee Das, The Conversation, 4 Apr. 2025
Zhu was invited to perform on March 18 in recognition of her exceptional talent as the First Prize winner of the renowned Golden Classical Music Awards.
—Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 2 Apr. 2025
Additionally, the Launch Test Kitchen, located on the View Level, will invite guest chefs throughout the season to bring their culinary creativity to Oracle Park, presenting innovative food concepts inspired by San Francisco’s renowned restaurant scene.
—Nasha Smith, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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The news comes courtesy of renowned producer and songwriter Breyon Prescott, who recently shared a clip of Foxx passionately singing while the two were traveling together.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 4 Apr. 2025
In its first year, the center appointed renowned choreographer Katherine Dunham as a technical adviser in intercultural communication.
—Joanna Dee Das, The Conversation, 4 Apr. 2025
Zhu was invited to perform on March 18 in recognition of her exceptional talent as the First Prize winner of the renowned Golden Classical Music Awards.
—Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 2 Apr. 2025
Additionally, the Launch Test Kitchen, located on the View Level, will invite guest chefs throughout the season to bring their culinary creativity to Oracle Park, presenting innovative food concepts inspired by San Francisco’s renowned restaurant scene.
—Nasha Smith, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for renowned
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If the book falters, the production numbers – some based on famous Marilyn images and tropes, like the Seven Year Itch‘s subway grate scene, and the Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend bit – are suitably flashy.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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The all cash deal, valued at $1.375 billion, will merge two of the most famous Italian luxury fashion brands under one roof.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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Set right on the thoroughfare that runs through its famed namesake area, you are surrounded by a wealth of shops, restaurants, and historical sites.—
Christina Liao,
Vogue,
15 Apr. 2025
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The issue comes up in group chats, on web forums, and even, occasionally, in couples-therapy sessions that the famed psychologist Julie Gottman facilitates.—
Ellen Cushing,
The Atlantic,
14 Apr. 2025
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After reminding me of this quote, Grantham commended Prince, kind of.—
John Cassidy,
The New Yorker,
23 Dec. 2024
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Many social media comments, meanwhile, commended Baldoni's promotional message for viewers to always have hope.—
Emma Bowman,
NPR,
22 Dec. 2024
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On Monday, April 7, Washington, 70, and Goldberg, 69, appeared at an event at the James Earl Jones Theatre — formerly known as the Cort Theatre — in Manhattan to pay tribute to Jones, the celebrated stage and screen actor who died at 93 in September 2024.—
Tommy McArdle,
People.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Set on a rhodium lapel pin, this piece merges industrial shine with organic form, a subtle nod to the celebrated flower of the Kentucky Derby.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
7 Apr. 2025
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Others complimented the easy assembly and sturdy structure.—
Madison Yauger,
People.com,
26 Dec. 2024
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Hawaii Honolulu City Lights is a month-long event within this city, and it is complimented by holiday trees and other decorations and special night themes.—
Michele Herrmann,
Forbes,
22 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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These events included small, private dinners with prominent celebrities in the entertainment industry.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
7 Apr. 2025
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Tesla was already struggling in recent months in connection with Musk’s prominent role in the administration.—
Julia Shapero,
The Hill,
7 Apr. 2025
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Also; regardless if the Rockies are good or bad; shouldn’t they be applauded for bringing up prospects early and not pausing for a future control that might be meaningless?—
Ken Rosenthal,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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The banking industry has applauded Republican lawmakers for reversing the cap on overdraft fees.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
10 Apr. 2025
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The series flips the script on an industry notorious for unequal pay by leveling the playing field.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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When over 200 immigrants, mostly Venezuelans, were deported to El Salvador's notorious CECOT prison on March 15, just as J.G.G. v Trump was being heard, tattoos were among the reasons some migrants were sent there, potentially in error.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Renowned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/renowned. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.
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