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Recent Examples of famed
The powerful vision, right after the famed author's passing, pushed the story forward.
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Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 11 Jan. 2026
Other surprises include references to relevant Detroit streets, design influences from GM’s famed design campus in suburban Detroit and artwork and sculptures of its products.
—Michael Wayland, CNBC, 11 Jan. 2026
The piece by famed sculptor Auguste Rodin gets a cleaning and preservation treatment once a year by Detroit Institute of Arts staff.
—Mandi Wright, Freep.com, 11 Jan. 2026
The debut property is just a short walk from Truckee’s historic downtown and a quick drive to Lake Tahoe’s famed ski slopes.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 11 Jan. 2026
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Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 11 Jan. 2026
Other surprises include references to relevant Detroit streets, design influences from GM’s famed design campus in suburban Detroit and artwork and sculptures of its products.
—Michael Wayland, CNBC, 11 Jan. 2026
The piece by famed sculptor Auguste Rodin gets a cleaning and preservation treatment once a year by Detroit Institute of Arts staff.
—Mandi Wright, Freep.com, 11 Jan. 2026
The debut property is just a short walk from Truckee’s historic downtown and a quick drive to Lake Tahoe’s famed ski slopes.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 11 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for famed
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Commonly framed and told histories of Indigenous women such as Pocahontas and Sacagawea, who are associated with famous expeditions by white English settlers in North America, are clear examples.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Jan. 2026
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Aspen, Colorado, long synonymous with luxury skiing, has been attracting the rich and famous – including celebrities and the Royals – to its slopes for decades.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Abask features pieces from celebrated makers such as Japanese textile maker Suzusan, quilters Kate Owen and Pemberton Qwilts, along with The Elder Stateman (the brand spinning cashmere into all kinds of luxe accessories).—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
20 Jan. 2026
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One of the world’s most celebrated cats is ready to join your fleet.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
20 Jan. 2026
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Victoria Falls and the Zambezi River showcase some of the world’s greatest natural spectacles, while South Luangwa National Park is renowned for its walking safaris and night drives.—
Laura Begley Bloom,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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The spa The Raffles Spa was still a work in progress during pre-opening, but it's destined to be the region’s first Medi-Spa destination fronted by one of Europe’s most-renowned clinics.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Jan. 2026
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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
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The massive K-pop machine is notorious for its artist development and production programs.—
Allison Cho,
CNN Money,
27 Jan. 2026
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The science of the pothole The primary driver of Michigan's notorious pothole season is the freeze-thaw cycle.—
Ahmad Bajjey,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Famed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/famed. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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