1
as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement
a panel made up of notable authorities on the virus
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2
as in noteworthy
worth remembering or mentioning
predicts trends in the stock market with notable accuracy
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as in celebrity
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
directors, actors, and other notables at the annual gathering for the Academy Awards
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Recent Examples of notable
Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 15 May 2026
In terms of strength of schedule, Dallas already had one of the toughest in the NFL with notable road trips to take on the Seattle Seahawks, Los Angeles Rams and Green Bay Packers.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 May 2026
James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 19 Apr. 2026
While not doubting his capabilities and dedication, some have questioned Velasco’s relative lack of experience in a prestige post traditionally occupied by party notables with decades of public service.
—Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
Other notable moments include the return of the original theme song, sung by Raya Yarbrough; the closing of the loop from the pilot episode, showing Jamie was the man outside Claire’s window watching her; and the beautiful forget-me-nots growing near the stones after Jamie touches one.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 15 May 2026
In terms of strength of schedule, Dallas already had one of the toughest in the NFL with notable road trips to take on the Seattle Seahawks, Los Angeles Rams and Green Bay Packers.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 May 2026
Noun
Here, such aviation notables as Charles Lindbergh, Igor Sikorsky, William Boeing, and Amelia Earhart were visitors.
—James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 19 Apr. 2026
While not doubting his capabilities and dedication, some have questioned Velasco’s relative lack of experience in a prestige post traditionally occupied by party notables with decades of public service.
—Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for notable
Adjective
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Alvarez is, once again, having an outstanding season.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
11 May 2026
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Goalkeeper Casey Murphy was outstanding for the Legacy.—
Boston Herald staff,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2026
Adjective
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That last statement is noteworthy because Benson estimates there were as many as a dozen occasions during the season when pregame discussions focused on whether Pagliocca would be able to play.—
Steve Reaven,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
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That’s particularly noteworthy with sloths, with faces configured in a permanently benevolent expression.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 May 2026
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Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
17 May 2026
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The audience for the midnight screening was rowdy and ready to see their favorite celebrities on screen.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
17 May 2026
Adjective
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Christopher Abbott, Jon Bernthal, Rose Byrne, Carrie Coon, Ayo Edebiri, Alden Ehrenreich, Luke Evans, Daniel Radcliffe, Laurie Metcalf and Lea Michele are just a sampling of the big-name performers nominated today for 2026 New York Drama League Awards in the distinguished performances category.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
15 May 2026
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Helicopters and trailers arrived in large numbers, famous faces and a distinguished director settled in near grazing cattle, and the cameras started rolling.—
Marnie Hunter,
CNN Money,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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Its evolution into a mainstream proposition and a legal necessity has been swift and remarkable.—
Molly Fischer,
New Yorker,
11 May 2026
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The indictment is remarkable in its detail, laying out a web of corruption at the highest levels of the Mexican government.—
Senior Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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Bradley’s roster of clients was the A-list—and the B-list, too—of the era’s stars of musical theatre and revues.—
Brian Seibert,
New Yorker,
13 May 2026
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That includes team executives Elton Brand and former Saint Joseph’s star and NBA veteran Jameer Nelson.—
Tony Jones,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
Adjective
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The Manchester United under-18s manager watched his side suffer a 2-1 defeat by Oliver Reiss’ Manchester City in the final of the prestigious youth competition, which was the first between the two clubs since 1986.—
Chris McKenna,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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Kids who take the spot of a potential American student to attend some of America’s most prestigious colleges, and then go back home.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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Clark's adventures become all the more memorable because of his interactions and assistance from pals like Pete Ross (Sam Jones III), Chloe Sullivan (Allison Mack), and even frenemy Lex Luthor (Michael Rosenbaum) in the earlier seasons.—
Sergio Pereira,
Space.com,
13 May 2026
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That philosophy has produced some of the festival’s most memorable imagery.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
12 May 2026
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“Notable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/notable. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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