as in famous
widely known
several big-name writers gave readings at the book festival
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Recent Examples of big-name
And plenty of goalies have spent full seasons in the ECHL early in their careers to get more starts, including big-name veterans such as Jonathan Quick, Jordan Binnington, Logan Thompson and Philipp Grubauer.
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James Mirtle, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
Still, some big-name stocks had a milestone year.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 2 Jan. 2026
Schwartz was one of very few big-name figures left who had a performance scheduled at the Kennedy Center in 2026.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 2 Jan. 2026
Giants like Alibaba, Tencent and Xiaomi have all splashed out on big-name Western architects to mastermind their sprawling campuses and high-rise headquarters in recent years.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 1 Jan. 2026
In truth, there were so many intriguing fictional personalities played by big-name stars and newcomers alike that choosing the best TV characters of 2025 was almost impossible.
—Vogue, 31 Dec. 2025
In September, The Wall Street Journal reported that Ellison had fielded ideas for MTV from major players in the music industry like Irving Azoff, Lucian Grainge, and some big-name artists.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 31 Dec. 2025
Last spring, Broadway prognosticators would have been well within the boundaries of common sense to posit that the big theater story of 2025 might be the arrival of big-name Hollywood stars on Manhattan stages.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 31 Dec. 2025
The couple is not the first big-name residents to occupy the co-op.
—Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 31 Dec. 2025
James Mirtle, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
Still, some big-name stocks had a milestone year.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 2 Jan. 2026
Schwartz was one of very few big-name figures left who had a performance scheduled at the Kennedy Center in 2026.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 2 Jan. 2026
Giants like Alibaba, Tencent and Xiaomi have all splashed out on big-name Western architects to mastermind their sprawling campuses and high-rise headquarters in recent years.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 1 Jan. 2026
In truth, there were so many intriguing fictional personalities played by big-name stars and newcomers alike that choosing the best TV characters of 2025 was almost impossible.
—Vogue, 31 Dec. 2025
In September, The Wall Street Journal reported that Ellison had fielded ideas for MTV from major players in the music industry like Irving Azoff, Lucian Grainge, and some big-name artists.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 31 Dec. 2025
Last spring, Broadway prognosticators would have been well within the boundaries of common sense to posit that the big theater story of 2025 might be the arrival of big-name Hollywood stars on Manhattan stages.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 31 Dec. 2025
The couple is not the first big-name residents to occupy the co-op.
—Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 31 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for big-name
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In 2006, researchers at Newcastle University found, in a study that became famous, that people were more likely to put money in an honesty box to pay for their coffee or tea when photographs of eyes were posted above the box.—
L. Carol Ritchie,
NPR,
7 Nov. 2025
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In fact, some famous fathers have doubled that average age, becoming dads past the age of 65.—
Sari Hitchins,
Parents,
7 Nov. 2025
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And now, that famed sandwich’s integrity is being scrutinized.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Jan. 2026
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The famed director and his wife formed a connection with Nanon Williams after watching a production of Lyrics From Lockdown — inspired by his story of incarceration — in Los Angeles in 2016, according to NBC News.—
Latoya Gayle,
PEOPLE,
6 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The team settled for adding TE Josh Whyle and defensive lineman Arron Mosby from the practice squad to the active roster, but Green Bay is apparently in on one prominent free-agent defensive back as well.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Several prominent business leaders have already voiced cautious optimism, seeing in Mamdani a chance to reset the relationship between City Hall and commerce.—
Sally Susman,
Time,
5 Nov. 2025
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Thanksgiving, one of America’s most celebrated holidays, is known for its nostalgic flavors, like turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce.—
Amanda Greenwood,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
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That shouldn't come as much of a surprise, though, given that the drama's co-creator is Taylor Sheridan, the celebrated writer and producer known for shows such as Yellowstone, its prequels 1883 and 1923, and Mayor of Kingstown.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Nov. 2025
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North Carolina is renowned for its music, creativity, and breathtaking mountain views, but its large-scale artworks offer another compelling reason to visit the state.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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While ski resorts can be found all over the continent, France, Switzerland, Austria, Italy, and Norway are particularly renowned for their ski-friendly climates, terrain, and infrastructure.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Big-name.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/big-name. Accessed 8 Jan. 2026.
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