high-profile

adjective

: attracting a lot of attention in newspapers, on television, etc.
a high-profile legal case
a high-profile athlete
She has a very high-profile job.

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Amid the high-profile hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean, experts say there is no reason for Illinoisans to be afraid. Allison Kiehl, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026 Some of the most high-profile vehicles include the AMG GT, AMG G63 S E-Performance, AMG E53 E-Performance sedan and wagon, Maybach SL680, and the GLC63 E-Performance. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 9 May 2026 Robert Joseph Cox was a humble man in a high-profile job who managed to control the universal impulse for self-promotion, a cleats guy who took great pride in being able to wear those cleats to work every day. Mark Bradley For The Ajc, AJC.com, 9 May 2026 In recent weeks, Pratt's campaign has gained momentum after receiving high-profile donations, including a contribution from Lakers owner Jeanie Buss, and earning support from influential figures like Joe Rogan. Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 9 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for high-profile

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“High-profile.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-profile. Accessed 11 May. 2026.

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