as in legendary
based on, described in, or being a myth
the fabled unicorn continues to be a symbol of elusive and magical beauty
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Recent Examples of fabled
So many great actors have given fabled performances as Willy Loman.
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Scott Feinberg, HollywoodReporter, 4 June 2026
For young gearheads, cars quickly factor into the equation, and the notion of utopia soon includes exploring those fabled peaks and valleys in one’s personal dream machine, often a Porsche 911.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 1 June 2026
Also on the docket are a host of more evergreen releases, from the first wide release of the fabled Air Foamposite One Tianjin to several Air Jordans and a blind box release celebrating the 30th anniversary of Kobe Bryant being drafted into the NBA.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 31 May 2026
Intends to add a further Beyond journey in Jordan, which will go from Wadi Rum to visit the ruins of the ancient city of Petra, and descend to the Dead Sea, where a day of biking is capped with a float in its fabled waters.
—Everett Potter, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
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Scott Feinberg, HollywoodReporter, 4 June 2026
For young gearheads, cars quickly factor into the equation, and the notion of utopia soon includes exploring those fabled peaks and valleys in one’s personal dream machine, often a Porsche 911.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 1 June 2026
Also on the docket are a host of more evergreen releases, from the first wide release of the fabled Air Foamposite One Tianjin to several Air Jordans and a blind box release celebrating the 30th anniversary of Kobe Bryant being drafted into the NBA.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 31 May 2026
Intends to add a further Beyond journey in Jordan, which will go from Wadi Rum to visit the ruins of the ancient city of Petra, and descend to the Dead Sea, where a day of biking is capped with a float in its fabled waters.
—Everett Potter, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fabled
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After major renovations, Mexico City’s legendary stadium Estadio Azteca is hosting the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
12 June 2026
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In a candid chat with Variety, Beckham discussed his legendary journey.—
Marlow Stern,
Variety,
12 June 2026
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The site tells you, in simple terms, whether the dog — or any other animal, real or mythical — makes it out alive.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
12 June 2026
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There are also hopper toys that defy the typical ball design in favor of whimsical animals and mythical creatures.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
12 June 2026
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Fans were continuing to gear up for a week of celebrations that will culminate with a ticker-tape parade down the famed Canyon of Heroes in Manhattan on Thursday morning.—
Andrew Ramos,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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Gallagher and Blake Nelson spoke with Variety on the ground about the relevance of telling the story of the famed cult amidst growing political tensions worldwide.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
14 June 2026
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“Fabled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fabled. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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