1
as in noticeable
likely to attract attention
an attorney who occupies a prominent position in the town's social hierarchy
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2
as in famous
widely known
prominent figures in the history of sports
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Recent Examples of prominent
News of Kirk’s shooting circulated quickly on Wednesday, with the president, vice president, and prominent conservatives condemning the attack and asking for prayers.
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David Weigel, semafor.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Los Angeles have also given the song prominent exposure.
—Gary Trust, Billboard, 10 Sep. 2025
He reportedly was involved in the negotiations as well, although his role was less prominent.
—Greg Norman, FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2025
No other prominent Democratic-Farmer-Labor candidates have publicly signaled plans to run in 2026.
—Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 10 Sep. 2025
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David Weigel, semafor.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Los Angeles have also given the song prominent exposure.
—Gary Trust, Billboard, 10 Sep. 2025
He reportedly was involved in the negotiations as well, although his role was less prominent.
—Greg Norman, FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2025
No other prominent Democratic-Farmer-Labor candidates have publicly signaled plans to run in 2026.
—Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 10 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prominent
Adjective
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Why Local Marketing Is Gaining Ground Again In recent years, there’s been a noticeable shift in how small and midsized businesses (SMBs) approach marketing.—
Ashot Barseghyan,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Particularly noticeable is Cavagnari’s eye for mixing midcentury modern furnishings, vintage lighting from Morocco, and older pieces that carry a story with them, such as a portable writing desk and a chair that folds into its own leather steamer trunk.—
Elizabeth Heath,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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One such diamond-dripping famous face was Zoë Kravitz, elevating the LBD Kravitz-style.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
12 Sep. 2025
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Walk Flex-relish Slip-ins These slip-on shoes are from the brand’s famous Go Walk collection, which many would argue is one of the most comfortable sneaker collections on the planet.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Sep. 2025
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For cruising around town while keeping tabs on the surrounding potholes, traffic and pedestrians, however, many cyclists prefer the more commanding, upright, back-friendly stance offered by a flat handlebar.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
9 Sep. 2025
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As one of the world’s largest tech giants, Google’s position in the space is a commanding one, though competition from the likes of Meta, OpenAI and others is fierce.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Sep. 2025
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Oscar Isaac stars as Victor Frankenstein, the famed scientist of classical literature who brings a creature (Jacob Elordi) to life through a monstrous experiment.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Sep. 2025
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In preparation for the role, Marbeck researched Godard’s work prior to Breathless — from short films to his film criticism for the famed French movie magazine Cahiers du Cinema.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Sep. 2025
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Her efforts saved the animal’s life and landed her in her hometown newspaper, The Mountain Eagle, which was the first to write about the dramatic rescue and resuscitation.—
Michael Collins,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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The increase widens a stark property tax gap between Idaho’s two largest school districts — Boise and West Ada — and illustrates dramatic policy differences between the adjoining Treasure Valley districts.—
Kevin Richert,
Idaho Statesman,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Published earlier this year by Riverhead Books, an imprint of Penguin Random House, Audition is described as a twisty thriller that follows a celebrated actress enjoying a charmed, bohemian life in Manhattan with her creative husband.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
10 Sep. 2025
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As for the appearance of a celebrated Beatle, that moment also had roots in the past.—
Marco della Cava,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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The zoo said parthenogenesis has only been documented in a handful of reptile species worldwide, making this birth even more remarkable.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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And yet in restructuring Patagonia to ensure that its profits are used to protect wild lands, Chouinard accomplished something remarkable, turning a for-profit corporation with $1 billion in annual sales into one of the biggest environmental philanthropies in the country.—
David Gelles,
Time,
9 Sep. 2025
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The kitchen turns out dishes influenced by a range of traditions, and with the recent addition of the renowned chef Byron Rubio, the menu is reaching new heights of creativity and refinement.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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That play is not part of Wilson’s renowned Century Cycle, a collection of 10 plays set in Wilson’s hometown of Pittsburgh that aim to evoke the Black experience across every decade of the 20th century.—
Liz Rothaus Bertrand,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Prominent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prominent. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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