as in famous
widely known
several big-name writers gave readings at the book festival
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for big-name
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The hotel is only steps away from Asteria beach, the most famous swimming spot in the port.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
15 July 2025 -
Arguably, the most famous sub-Neptune is K2-18b, an exoplanet which recently made global headlines due to the claim that dimethyl sulfide had been detected in its atmosphere.—
Bruce Dorminey,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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But before the bidding begins, the famed weapon will take a press tour through London, New York and Beverly Hills in August.—
Christian Thorsberg,
Smithsonian Magazine,
21 July 2025
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The Accountant 2 star, 52, and the Deadpool & Wolverine actress watched the Boston Red Sox take on the Tampa Bay Rays at Fenway Park on July 11. NESN cameras caught the family sitting in the front row at the famed stadium.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
21 July 2025
Adjective
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In March 2019, authorities arrested and charged more than 50 people, including coaches, test administrators, prominent CEOs, and the Hollywood stars.—
Eric Levenson,
CNN Money,
24 July 2025
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Estonia is widely considered a prominent tech hub in Europe.—
Ryan Browne,
CNBC,
24 July 2025
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Even the celebrated success stories carry hidden costs, especially to society.—
Tima Bansal,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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The celebrated animated paean to small-town Texas aired its final episode in 2009.—
Ryan Coleman Updated,
EW.com,
25 July 2025
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Their rise from a grassroots studio to a globally renowned ARPG developer is nothing short of remarkable.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
25 July 2025
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Bollea, who was 6 ft. 7 in. tall, appeared to dwarf Ferrigno, who was already renowned for his size.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
25 July 2025
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“Big-name.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/big-name. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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