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as in star
a ball-shaped gaseous celestial body that shines by its own light
awed by the vast number of luminaries in the night sky
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as in celebrity
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
luminaries from the worlds of sports, entertainment, and politics were at the gala
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as in lighted
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Recent Examples of luminary
Charles Towers-Clark, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
The hip hop mogul owns two homes there: 1 Star Island Drive, which Diddy bought from two other Miami luminaries, Gloria and Emilio Estefan, for $35 million in 2021; and 2 Star Island Drive, the home federal agents raided on Monday.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 13 May 2025
Post-hardcore luminaries Rye Coalition formed in New Jersey in the late 1990s, bringing in Wiley for the aforementioned 2002 album, On Top.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 28 Apr. 2025
Former President Joe Biden was among many global luminaries in attendance at Pope Francis' funeral Saturday at the Vatican, but no longer being the leader of the free world changes everything.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 26 Apr. 2025
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At this year’s Sana conference in Stockholm, Kasparov joined AI luminaries including Wharton’s Ethan Mollick, Oxford physicist David Deutsch, OpenAI’s Boaz Barak and Sana CEO Joel Hellermark to explore how AI is reshaping work and human potential.
—Charles Towers-Clark, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
The hip hop mogul owns two homes there: 1 Star Island Drive, which Diddy bought from two other Miami luminaries, Gloria and Emilio Estefan, for $35 million in 2021; and 2 Star Island Drive, the home federal agents raided on Monday.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 13 May 2025
Post-hardcore luminaries Rye Coalition formed in New Jersey in the late 1990s, bringing in Wiley for the aforementioned 2002 album, On Top.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 28 Apr. 2025
Former President Joe Biden was among many global luminaries in attendance at Pope Francis' funeral Saturday at the Vatican, but no longer being the leader of the free world changes everything.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 26 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for luminary
Noun
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There is not normally an upside to losing a star player through injury for a lengthy period, but Kaoru Mitoma’s absence from the last 16 games of the 2023-24 season had a silver lining for Brighton & Hove Albion.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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Meanwhile, Elizabeth took off, Joel started drinking and this marked the beginning of a spiral for the star.—
Daniela Avila,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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Both casinos will offer new Italian restaurants in partnership with Giada De Laurentiis, and food halls featuring the first suburban locations for Antique Taco and Pretty Cool Ice Cream, as well as Lucky Goat, a new burger restaurant by celebrity chef Stephanie Izard.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2025
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The burger topping is prompting reaction from some celebrity chefs, including Andrew Zimmern, who recently shared his opinions with TMZ about Diddy's unusual preference.—
Peter Burke,
FOXNews.com,
28 May 2025
Noun
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The way dark matter and stars interact influences how galaxies change over time.—
Stephen Clark – Jun 6,
ArsTechnica,
6 June 2025
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However, this design allows for more light transfer through the lens, helping keen astronomers to see distant planets and galaxies.—
Matt Morris,
Space.com,
6 June 2025
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In the second half, Pacers entertainment staff handed the microphone to former Indianapolis Colts punter and ESPN personality Pat McAfee, who introduced Knicks fans Spike Lee, Ben Stiller, and Timothée Chalamet – all of them in attendance in Indianapolis.—
Joe Vardon,
New York Times,
27 May 2025
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Rangel, a mustachioed, natty dresser rarely seen with a hair out of place, hardly had a reputation for a shy and retiring personality.—
Daily News Staff,
New York Daily News,
26 May 2025
Adjective
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Formulated with a potent blend of ceramides and panthenol, this moisturizer offers a rich, creamy texture that melts into the skin, delivering immediate moisture and a luminous glow.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
26 May 2025
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As a result, these devices can be highly reactive to bright sources of light, such as street lamps or the luminous glow of a full moon, which can obstruct your ability to see clearly in certain directions.—
Matt Morris,
Space.com,
25 May 2025
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After more than a decade as an actor, the 31-year-old White Lotus star is finally having his day in the Hollywood sun.—
Simone Melvin,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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Keeping the area clean, moisturized, and protected from the sun helps prevent complications like scarring or pigmentation changes.—
Marie Lodi,
Allure,
1 June 2025
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The hotel was the obvious choice for visiting presidents and dignitaries, as well as a favorite of cultural icons like Al Capone and F. Scott Fitzgerald.—
Jason O'Bryan,
Robb Report,
24 May 2025
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The ceremony will feature local dignitaries and a benediction from Elgin Police Department chaplain Al Keating.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2025
Adjective
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The results give a dazzling, simultaneous impression of serenity and velocity—half zen garden, half hyperspeed blur.—
Julian Lucas,
New Yorker,
29 May 2025
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The event will feature a lineup of live entertainment, including performances by The Betties, the Orlando Gay Chorus, and the dazzling Kissimmee Queens.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 May 2025
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“Luminary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luminary. Accessed 9 Jun. 2025.
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