noncelebrity

noun

Definition of noncelebritynext
as in nobody

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Recent Examples of noncelebrity No, that’s what would happen to a noncelebrity such as yourself. — Dave Barry, Washington Post, 25 Dec. 2022 While Kardashian certainly wasn't the first celebrity (or even noncelebrity) to wear a vintage or archival garment, this particular line of criticism quickly became the focus of the ire directed at Kardashian. — Racquel Gates, CNN, 10 May 2022 But what do the noncelebrity clients get out of working with Lede? — Jessica Iredale, New York Times, 18 Apr. 2022 The film also weaves in portraits of noncelebrity dads from different parts of the world who are creating new definitions of patriarchy. — Tatiana Siegel, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Sep. 2019 For everyone else who yearns desperately for the possibility of a wonky, noncelebrity, experienced presidential candidate, there is nothing. — Madeleine Aggeler, The Cut, 16 Jan. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for noncelebrity
  1. nobody
  2. lightweight
  3. nothing
  4. insect
  5. least
  6. zero
  7. whippersnapper
  8. half-pint
Noun
  • Yvonne and Nick’s disastrous wedding dinner is the day the cast went from nobodies to actual practitioners of the reality-television arts and sciences.
    — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 1 July 2026
  • Despite the tragicomic instability and the rotating cast of nobodies temporarily tasked with running the country, when seen in macroeconomic terms, Peru appears to be doing just fine, thank you.
    — Daniel Alarcón, New Yorker, 4 June 2026
Definition of nobody
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  • The lightweight, waterproof, and washable style is available for $50 at REI.
    — Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 28 July 2026
  • Experts recommend scheduling strenuous outdoor activities to to early morning or evening hours, wearing lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when possible and drinking plenty of water.
    — Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 27 July 2026
Definition of lightweight
Noun
  • While CinemaCon 2026 brought us exciting news about new films, it was also bogged down with status quo nothings about how Amazon MGM still hasn’t found a new James Bond.
    — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 17 Apr. 2026
  • When Dana, who, like Virginia, had been successful in writing pleasant but undistinguished nothings—in her case, songs for Billy Rose’s revues—decided to try taking on more serious music by studying with Boulanger, Virginia entered a deep downward spiral.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 7 Jan. 2026
Definition of nothing
Noun
  • Finally, traps need to be maintained, such as replacing the lures, and disposing of the dead insects and/or traps periodically.
    — Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 29 July 2026
  • The itch comes down to your immune system reacting to proteins in insect saliva.
    — Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 29 July 2026
Definition of insect
Noun
  • The scales will be tipped by those least connected to the political parties, and most connected to deliberative process.
    — David Paleologos, USA TODAY, 29 Oct. 2019
  • Respondents were asked to rank 39 possible trends—25 of which were trends from previous years—from 1 (least likely to be a trend) to 10 (most likely to be a trend).
    — Leah Prinzivalli, SELF, 1 Nov. 2018
Definition of least
Noun
  • In certain metal samples, fusion occurred about a quintillion times—a 1 followed by 18 zeroes—more often than in reactions without a host material.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 26 July 2026
  • Starting with Andrew Morris retiring José Ramírez on a popout to end the eighth inning, Twins relievers posted zeroes.
    — Dan Hayes, New York Times, 23 July 2026
Definition of zero
Noun
  • The young whippersnappers in their nice Manhattan apartments see the COVID-19 pandemic as simply one more roadblock between them and hooking up.
    — Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 2 June 2026
  • More, the coaches of the last three title-winning teams (Florida’s Todd Golden and Hurley) all come from the current crop of whippersnappers, as do the leaders of each 1-seed in this tourney.
    — Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026
Definition of whippersnapper
Noun
  • Add lemon herb orzo, garlic bacon Brussels sprouts or split pea soup in half-pint or pint sizes.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2026
  • Then stir in sugar, and ladle the hot jelly into half-pint canning jars.
    — Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2026
Definition of half-pint

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