phenom

noun

phe·nom ˈfē-ˌnäm

fi-ˈnäm

: phenomenon

especially : a person of phenomenal ability or promise

Examples of phenom in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web With her forthcoming studio album Short n’ Sweet scheduled to arrive on Aug. 23, the pop phenom has unveiled the complete track list for the record. —

Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 9 July 2024 Wilson’s coach, Joe Lee, confirmed that the young phenom received the news on Sunday. —

Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 2 July 2024 Mishra’s incredible performance was preceded by several other memorable auditions, including a jazz routine from eight-year-old dance phenom Boss Baby Brody; a beautiful, nerve-wracking display from aerialist couple Sebastian & Sonia; and the reintroduction of Menudo for a new generation. —

Andy Swift, TVLine, 2 July 2024 Murray first burst onto the tennis scene as a 17-year-old phenom in 2005, winning his first ATP title less than a year after turning pro. Surprise! —

Sean Neumann, Peoplemag, 2 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for phenom

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