: a person who is famous while still living for doing something extremely well
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All of a sudden, watching the men’s grand slam final wasn’t quite as important as the return of a living legend.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
9 June 2026 Riyad Mahrez, Algeria right winger, 35 Mahrez is a living legend and the unquestioned leader of a talented Algerian side.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
7 June 2026 State senators and friends hailed outgoing Senate President Pro Tempore Martin Looney on Wednesday as a living legend ahead of his retirement after 46 years as one of the most influential players at the state Capitol.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
28 May 2026 The 38-year-old living legend plies his trade for Miami FC and hopes to lead Argentina to a repeat as World Cup champion in 2026.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
26 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for living legend