as in famous
widely known
several big-name writers gave readings at the book festival
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Recent Examples of big-name
Those typically belong to small companies that don’t meet the listing requirements for a major exchange, although some big-name international stocks can also be listed in the OTC market.
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The Motley Fool, Dallas Morning News, 1 Feb. 2026
Like Milwaukee and Dallas, the Grizzlies employ a big-name trade candidate who is currently injured.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 29 Jan. 2026
Xbox would not be the first big-name console brand to die, with SEGA and Atari two big examples in decades past.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
When Mourinho took over at Madrid in 2010, Arbeloa was a low-profile member of a Bernabeu dressing room that included big-name players such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Kaka, Iker Casillas, Sergio Ramos and Karim Benzema.
—Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 27 Jan. 2026
The hotel sits at a seriously chic point on that route, right by a slew of big-name designer boutiques.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
While Bediako isn’t a big-name player, the significance of a player who signed an NBA contract returning to college basketball is considerable.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Investors continue to watch earnings reports this week from several big-name companies.
—Pia Singh, CNBC, 21 Jan. 2026
Illinois became the first big-name program to extend an offer to Martin in mid-December.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
The Motley Fool, Dallas Morning News, 1 Feb. 2026
Like Milwaukee and Dallas, the Grizzlies employ a big-name trade candidate who is currently injured.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 29 Jan. 2026
Xbox would not be the first big-name console brand to die, with SEGA and Atari two big examples in decades past.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
When Mourinho took over at Madrid in 2010, Arbeloa was a low-profile member of a Bernabeu dressing room that included big-name players such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Kaka, Iker Casillas, Sergio Ramos and Karim Benzema.
—Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 27 Jan. 2026
The hotel sits at a seriously chic point on that route, right by a slew of big-name designer boutiques.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
While Bediako isn’t a big-name player, the significance of a player who signed an NBA contract returning to college basketball is considerable.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Investors continue to watch earnings reports this week from several big-name companies.
—Pia Singh, CNBC, 21 Jan. 2026
Illinois became the first big-name program to extend an offer to Martin in mid-December.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for big-name
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The silk mousseline garments floated almost like ghosts or memories of Chanel designs past, including the famous skirt suit with its matching cardigan and Karl Lagerfeld modernisms like jeans with a tweed jacket, plus the iconic flap bag.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
30 Jan. 2026
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Pair it with a bun maska—a Parsi soft bun filled with butter and cream—or the famous Mumbai street sandwich, filled with chutney, vegetables, cheese and spices.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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In the ad, Jordan makes a guest appearance as the late Little Richard, who plays a genie, works to grant the wish of famed director Spike Lee.—
Meghan L. Hall,
USA Today,
1 Feb. 2026
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Despite the show being about London’s high society, the production team used the row of terrace houses composing the famed Royal Crescent to depict the exterior of the Featherington household.—
Kayla Keegan,
PEOPLE,
1 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Healthcare Failures That Put Lives at Risk Healthcare has emerged as an increasingly prominent concern in recent reports.—
Walter Pavlo,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Medical imaging, including radiology — X-rays, mammograms, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and ultrasound — is a prominent area for AI diagnostic tools.—
Peter Shen,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Coke left the Super Bowl ad roster in 2019 after a celebrated 11-year run, then made a brief return in 2020.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
29 Jan. 2026
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The celebrated modern metal act is up for their third consecutive nomination in the same category.—
Quentin Thane Singer,
Forbes.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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An infamous chapter in Kentucky history will make its big screen debut at the renowned 2026 SXSW Film & TV Festival, held in Austin, Texas in March.—
Kirby Adams,
Louisville Courier Journal,
4 Feb. 2026
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Travelers who want a base with a bookish atmosphere, where renowned writers crafted masterpieces, and with plenty of cozy corners to dive into a good book, have some page-turning prospects, from London to San Diego’s Coronado Island.—
Lindsay Cohn,
Vogue,
4 Feb. 2026
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“Big-name.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/big-name. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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