world-famous

adjective

: famous throughout the world
a world-famous scientist

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Monson de Kansky never became a world-famous ballerina. Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2026 Europe and North America boast many world-famous cities that attract hordes of tourists every year. Katharina Buchholz, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026 Beldi olives complement citrus and fennel, while Niçoise olives share their name with a world-famous tuna, greens, potatoes, and beans combo. Emily Saladino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 June 2026 Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Que on the Kansas side of the border chose to start opening its doors on Sundays to allow many visiting soccer fans a chance to try its world-famous barbecue. Dylan Lysen june 23, Kansas City Star, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for world-famous

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“World-famous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/world-famous. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.

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