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
Jen Crystal, Midwest Living, 22 May 2026
The theaters launched and nurtured the careers of thousands of actors, directors, designers and technicians, including such notable talents as Mandy Patinkin, Shelley Long, Mark Jacoby and Frank Galati.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2026
Mark Meszoros, Twin Cities, 25 Apr. 2026
More than 4,000 people, including Hollywood notables like Robert De Niro, Sofia Coppola and Mark Ruffalo, have signed a letter expressing opposition to the deal.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
Feet on the Street’s Come Hungry, Leave Happy tour guides people through the best food vendors, notable art murals and either a jazz club, art gallery, and/or a letterpress shop in the district.
—Jen Crystal, Midwest Living, 22 May 2026
The theaters launched and nurtured the careers of thousands of actors, directors, designers and technicians, including such notable talents as Mandy Patinkin, Shelley Long, Mark Jacoby and Frank Galati.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2026
Noun
The cast also boasts notables in Molly Ringwald, Maya Hawke, LeVar Burton and Julia Fox.
—Mark Meszoros, Twin Cities, 25 Apr. 2026
More than 4,000 people, including Hollywood notables like Robert De Niro, Sofia Coppola and Mark Ruffalo, have signed a letter expressing opposition to the deal.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for notable
Adjective
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Over time, the outstanding principal is adjusted based on changes in CPI-U.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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Two people with outstanding warrants were also arrested, the police department said in a news release.—
Kendrick Calfee
May 24,
Kansas City Star,
24 May 2026
Adjective
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However, that doesn’t mean there aren’t a ton of noteworthy deals running on the site right this second.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
18 May 2026
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Fort Carré, a 16th-century fort shaped like a star, is another noteworthy landmark.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
18 May 2026
Noun
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This year, the festival continued but took a blow, with officials postponing the Strawberry Stomp 5K and parade, which usually showcases community spirit and guest celebrities.—
Victoria Le,
Oc Register,
24 May 2026
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Restaurants within the food hall will include Tabo Sushi by James Beard Award-winning chef Takashi Yagihashi, Urbanbelly by renowned chef Bill Kim, Lucky Goat by celebrity chef Stephanie Izard, Antique Taco, Pretty Cool Ice Cream and Five50 Pizza.—
R. Christian Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
Adjective
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As a result, Istanbul Vita is recognized by many patients as a distinguished hair transplant clinic in Turkey, and the clinic received the Best Hair Transplant Clinic in Europe (2023) award.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
20 May 2026
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How Presidential Taxes Normally Work While the President holds a distinguished position in office, the IRS treats him the same as any other taxpayer.—
Nathan Goldman,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
Adjective
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For all of its recent hype, Cartagena remains one of the world’s most remarkable cities to visit.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 May 2026
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That would be a remarkable offensive performance for a lot of teams, but Northwood coach Maddy Grimm isn’t surprised by games like this.—
Michael Huntley,
Oc Register,
24 May 2026
Noun
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New Ravens coach Jesse Minter offered little explanation but downplayed concerns about Jackson’s absence and suggested the star quarterback would return soon.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
20 May 2026
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Depending on the time of year, guests can see planets, nebulae, star clusters, galaxies, and beyond.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
Adjective
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The topic of filmmaking between industry and vision’ and the current tensions between creation, industry and authorship will be further expanded at ECAM Forum’s The State of Things conference strand organized by the industry arm of Madrid’s prestigious ECAM film school.—
Annika Pham,
Variety,
22 May 2026
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Awarded by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences together with the Crafoord Foundation, the prize is one of the world’s most prestigious scientific honors outside the Nobel Prize system.—
Ingmar Rentzhog,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
Adjective
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Tension would circle the Rangers throughout what became the most memorable season in the franchise’s 100-year history, which culminated with a seven-game series win over the Vancouver Canucks in the Stanley Cup Final.—
Vincent Z. Mercogliano,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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Sometimes there’s an English language barrier, but everyone is patient and eager to make your stay memorable.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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“Notable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/notable. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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