as in celebrities
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 notables
The list of notables the Showcase has presented over the years could fill a book — though the club’s North Star was always Segal’s beloved bebop.
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Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
The cast also boasts notables in Molly Ringwald, Maya Hawke, LeVar Burton and Julia Fox.
—Mark Meszoros, Twin Cities, 25 Apr. 2026
That was evident in a letter signed by thousands of Hollywood notables.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 23 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
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
Panthers lineup notables Maurice said forwards Matthew Tkachuk, Sam Bennett and Carter Verhaeghe all remain out for Monday’s game against the Rangers.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2026
Other notables in the mix include Patrick Cantlay, Russell Henley and Reed at 6 under, Collin Morikawa at 5 under, and Xander Schauffele and Brooks Koepka at 4 under.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 12 Apr. 2026
Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
The cast also boasts notables in Molly Ringwald, Maya Hawke, LeVar Burton and Julia Fox.
—Mark Meszoros, Twin Cities, 25 Apr. 2026
That was evident in a letter signed by thousands of Hollywood notables.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 23 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
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
Panthers lineup notables Maurice said forwards Matthew Tkachuk, Sam Bennett and Carter Verhaeghe all remain out for Monday’s game against the Rangers.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2026
Other notables in the mix include Patrick Cantlay, Russell Henley and Reed at 6 under, Collin Morikawa at 5 under, and Xander Schauffele and Brooks Koepka at 4 under.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 12 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for notables
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These mad scientists then trained a small flock of sheep to recognize four celebrities—Emma Watson, Barack Obama, Jake Gyllenhaal, and the BBC newsreader Fiona Bruce—from their pictures on the internet.—
Jill Lepore,
New Yorker,
9 May 2026
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In addition to adult content creators, OnlyFans says those on its platform include including comedians, athletes, fashion designers, music artists and celebrities.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
8 May 2026
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Related Stories Original stars of the show were in short supply, with several key cast members having passed on — including Paul Reubens, who died three years ago, and Phil Hartman and Lynne Marie Stewart, who died in 1998 and 2025, respectively.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
7 May 2026
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Here is a guide to the wellness retreats and hotels owned or co-owned by familiar names — what each property is known for and how the stars got involved.—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 May 2026
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Growing up in Southern California meant marinating in a beautifully chaotic media stew where local sports writers and radio personalities were some of our defining cultural commentators.—
Erik Pedersen,
Oc Register,
8 May 2026
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It’s caused quite the stir on social media, with personalities like Clay Travis weighing in, saying First Take should have Bayless on during the NFL season.—
Jon Root OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
8 May 2026
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The meeting between the two dignitaries will won’t include a livestreamed news conference like those the president has hosted with other international figures.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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The large monetary figures Ingoglia unveiled during each news conference came from analyses conducted by the state’s Department of Governmental Efficiency team, or DOGE, which had requested budget information from and visited many municipalities across the state.—
Abigail Hasebroock,
Sun Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
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Queen Maxima and King Willem-Alexander of The Netherlands attended Tuesday night’s Liberation Day concert in Amsterdam among several special guests and dignitaries.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
6 May 2026
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They are given the task of hosting world leaders, dignitaries, and delegates—and, as every Southerner knows, that means serving up the perfect menu.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
6 May 2026
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“Notables.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/notables. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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