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Recent Examples of marquee
What to know about the New York City primary
The marquee mayoral race could provide a bellwether for the larger Democratic party.
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James Powel, USA Today, 24 June 2025
CentCom is one of 11 commands of the U.S. Department of Defense — one that has played an outsized role in the country’s wars and marquee military operations since 9/11.
—Katelyn Ferral, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 June 2025
And while the glorious ruins of Angkor Wat form what is undoubtedly the nation’s marquee attraction, many travelers don’t explore much beyond it.
—David Swanson, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2025
The Democratic Party’s marquee fundraising committee ended the month of May with $15 million in cash on hand, compared to the RNC’s $72.4 million, nearly five times more.
—Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 21 June 2025
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James Powel, USA Today, 24 June 2025
CentCom is one of 11 commands of the U.S. Department of Defense — one that has played an outsized role in the country’s wars and marquee military operations since 9/11.
—Katelyn Ferral, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 June 2025
And while the glorious ruins of Angkor Wat form what is undoubtedly the nation’s marquee attraction, many travelers don’t explore much beyond it.
—David Swanson, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2025
The Democratic Party’s marquee fundraising committee ended the month of May with $15 million in cash on hand, compared to the RNC’s $72.4 million, nearly five times more.
—Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 21 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for marquee
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Wednesday, a Reddit user pointed out that a plaque commemorating San Diego Padres outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr.’s Sept. 30, 2021 home run off the top of Dodger Stadium’s left-field pavilion had been removed.—
Dennis Lin,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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The range of stages goes from like a 2000 capacity pavilion all the way up to the 23 ,000 seating amphitheater where Def Leppard is going to play.—
Steve Baltin,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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Yet despite requests from the leaders of Germany and of Poland to be granted shelter under the French and British shields, neither nuclear power has so far formally approved extending its atomic dome.—
Kevin Holden Platt,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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The objective is to study the composition and origin of the domes and surroundings.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 June 2025
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Just remember, tents do not offer protection from lightning.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2025
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As summer ramps up across North America, millions of travelers, vacationers and businesses that rely on weather apps for safety and scheduling are checking forecasts to decide whether to hit the beach, move the family barbecue under a tent, or adjust their operations for the day.—
Jim Foerster,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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As demand for his product went through the roof, Singer granted licences to entrepreneurs across the US to sell and teach others to use his machines.—
Fiona Simpson,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Metal and clay roofs are two of the most energy-efficient roof types due to their reflective properties.—
Maddie Topliff,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 July 2025
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In addition to wall coverings, tapestries were found hanging over windows and doors, and used as bed curtains and canopies in bed chambers.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 June 2025
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Designed to unify several previously disconnected shopping streets, the development reimagined the traditional mall by blending indoor and outdoor spaces beneath a dramatic glass canopy.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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What to expect: The white tablecloths remain, the chapel ceiling still stuns, but the food’s had a sharp little refresh under head chef Arturo Granato.—
Lela London,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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For example, the pattern carved into the creamy marble sides of the Lounge Bar is identical to that in the intricate iroko wood ceiling.—
Marcia DeSanctis,
Travel + Leisure,
30 June 2025
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If your summer dreams include sipping espresso under striped awnings in Montmartre or serving flaky pastries on delicate dishes beneath a blooming window box, Anthropologie’s new Café Violette Collection was created for you.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 June 2025
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The exterior was white stucco and the windows adorned with the green-and-white-striped awnings of an Italian villa.—
Hazlitt,
Hazlitt,
11 June 2025
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“Marquee.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/marquee. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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