as in dominance
the fact or state of being above others in rank or importance
her long-standing noteworthiness as a neurosurgeon gets her many referrals from doctors around the country
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as in remarkable
worth remembering or mentioning
former neighbors claimed that there was nothing noteworthy about the serial killer who had once quietly lived among them
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as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement
winner of the Nobel Prize for his noteworthy contributions to the field of genetics
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Recent Examples of noteworthiness
Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 19 May 2025
Other patio must-haves, such as Adirondack chairs, conversation sets, solar lights, and bird baths, are the most noteworthy finds in the sale, along with this versatile table that works as a nightstand, plant stand, or end table.
—Bridget Degnan, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2025
The only noteworthy example came when David Moyes’ Everton finished in fourth in 2004-05 despite a goal difference of -1, although that figure is slightly skewed by a 7-0 thrashing by Arsenal in their penultimate game, when they were already assured of a spot in the Champions League qualifiers.
—Michael Cox, New York Times, 16 May 2025
Participants in a trial reported a small – 9% – but nonetheless noteworthy improvement in their symptoms when combined with standard medication.
—Bronwyn Thompson, New Atlas, 11 May 2025
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Adjective
But there are two scenes on this topic that feel especially noteworthy.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 19 May 2025
Other patio must-haves, such as Adirondack chairs, conversation sets, solar lights, and bird baths, are the most noteworthy finds in the sale, along with this versatile table that works as a nightstand, plant stand, or end table.
—Bridget Degnan, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2025
The only noteworthy example came when David Moyes’ Everton finished in fourth in 2004-05 despite a goal difference of -1, although that figure is slightly skewed by a 7-0 thrashing by Arsenal in their penultimate game, when they were already assured of a spot in the Champions League qualifiers.
—Michael Cox, New York Times, 16 May 2025
Participants in a trial reported a small – 9% – but nonetheless noteworthy improvement in their symptoms when combined with standard medication.
—Bronwyn Thompson, New Atlas, 11 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for noteworthiness
Noun
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That enthusiasm hasn't waned over the past five years, which have seen theaters struggle as streaming giants like Netflix seek to establish dominance in Hollywood.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
22 May 2025
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Either result will represent a change from the recent dominance of a brilliant Real Madrid, who have won the biggest prize in six of the past 11 seasons.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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All of this makes McDonald’s dominance even more remarkable; at a time when theater seems like it’s being consumed by celebrity, her career represents a commitment to the old-fashioned principles of artistry.—
Charlotte Alter,
Time,
28 May 2025
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The seemingly impossible trek took a remarkable 28 hours to complete.—
Don Yaeger,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
Adjective
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That’s the number of borrowers with outstanding federal student loan debt as of the second quarter of 2025, according to the Department of Education.—
Alison Durkee,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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The changes hit on several outstanding policy demands that Republicans had been debating in meetings for days.—
Riley Beggin,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Those 30-something passengers represented a surprising demographic distinction for this city mainly known for its long winters, spicy chicken wings and proximity to one of the most popular honeymoon destinations in the country.—
David Allan,
CNN Money,
31 May 2025
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Dylan’s detention has also drawn the condemnation of New York’s governor, who at an unrelated press conference Thursday in Hell’s Kitchen made a distinction between assisting in the removal of people who have been accused of crimes and separating families.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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After having memorable Madison Square Garden performances — Siakam’s playoff-best Game 2 and Haliburton’s clutch Game 1 heroics — the duo were stifled by the Knicks in a 111-94 defeat.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
30 May 2025
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This is also the episode where Samantha covets a Birkin and ends up alienating Lucy Liu in the process, which is an equally memorable, if less emotional, plot point.—
Melissa Locker,
Time,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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Lesser known, but no less distinguished, is Cesare Attolini.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
24 May 2025
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Father Roman, a distinguished figure with curly black hair and floor-sweeping black cassock, let us in.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
Noun
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The formal presentation took place in the same battle-scarred stadium, Berlin’s Olympiastadion, where Adolf Hitler watched Owens, the Black American athlete, win four gold medals in the 1936 Games, dealing a blow to Hitler’s notions of racial superiority.—
Ciarán Fahey,
Chicago Tribune,
27 May 2025
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Imagine a future Supreme Court case challenging church-state separation, with Christians vying against Christians for superiority.—
Emmett Coyne,
The Hill,
23 May 2025
Adjective
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Southwest impacts possible this year The eastern Pacific hurricane season could still bring notable indirect impacts to the southwestern United States, AccuWeather said.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
24 May 2025
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Kia has been enjoying notable success in Europe of late.—
Utkarsh Sood,
New Atlas,
24 May 2025
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