sto·ried
ˈstȯr-ēd 
1
: decorated with designs representing scenes from story or history
a storied tapestry
2
: having an interesting history : celebrated in story or history
a storied institution
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Jamila Stewart, Vogue, 17 Nov. 2023
Two of those theaters were built by Arena’s storied founding leader, Zelda Fichandler.
—Peter Marks, Washington Post, 17 Nov. 2023
Much like a storied ocean liner, the majestic Eastern & Oriental Express is a destination unto itself, with a sultry piano bar car; an open-air lounge with wicker furniture where passengers can watch the Malaysian jungle rush by; and two restaurant carriages serving Peranakan food.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 16 Nov. 2023
Desus and Mero have a storied history with the radio personality, and given the timing of Desus’s Daily Show guest-hosting stint, a reunion is needed now more than ever.
—Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 24 Oct. 2023
The film follows the storied history of reproductive rights pioneer and activist Bill Baird.
—Addie Morfoot, Variety, 8 Nov. 2023
Matthews’ speech discussed Nelson’s storied history in country music, the legend of him smoking weed in the White House, the origins of Farm Aid, the outlaw country movement, and much more.
—Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 4 Nov. 2023
How did one of the most storied romances in American history produce a terrible loneliness?
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 3 Nov. 2023
One of Southern California’s most storied resorts, the Inn at Rancho Santa Fe, will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a brand new look.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2023
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Inside the annual event, hosted at Chateau Marmont’s storied Bar Marmont, even the most notable of guests had their photos snapped upon entry (this would be a phone-free affair) before dispersing to the bar, the main dance floor, or the cozy nook of a room off to the side.
—Jamila Stewart, Vogue, 17 Nov. 2023
Two of those theaters were built by Arena’s storied founding leader, Zelda Fichandler.
—Peter Marks, Washington Post, 17 Nov. 2023
Much like a storied ocean liner, the majestic Eastern & Oriental Express is a destination unto itself, with a sultry piano bar car; an open-air lounge with wicker furniture where passengers can watch the Malaysian jungle rush by; and two restaurant carriages serving Peranakan food.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 16 Nov. 2023
Desus and Mero have a storied history with the radio personality, and given the timing of Desus’s Daily Show guest-hosting stint, a reunion is needed now more than ever.
—Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 24 Oct. 2023
The film follows the storied history of reproductive rights pioneer and activist Bill Baird.
—Addie Morfoot, Variety, 8 Nov. 2023
Matthews’ speech discussed Nelson’s storied history in country music, the legend of him smoking weed in the White House, the origins of Farm Aid, the outlaw country movement, and much more.
—Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 4 Nov. 2023
How did one of the most storied romances in American history produce a terrible loneliness?
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 3 Nov. 2023
One of Southern California’s most storied resorts, the Inn at Rancho Santa Fe, will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a brand new look.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2023
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