as in famous
widely known
the renowned painter, sculptor, architect, and engineer, Leonardo da Vinci
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Thr Staff, HollywoodReporter, 25 Sep. 2025
Another renowned home, the Hunt House designed by Craig Ellwood in 1957, played an important role as the campaign shoot location, where the rich materials and Malibu-centric aesthetic that were part of Kravitz’s vision came to life.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 25 Sep. 2025
Judith Butler, a renowned American philosopher and gender studies scholar, has long promoted and expanded upon the idea that all gender is performative.
—Ashleigh N. Deluca, Parents, 24 Sep. 2025
Selma, who has previously collaborated with renowned fashion designers such as Marc Jacobs, Stella McCartney, and Isaac Mizrahi, has never professionally ventured into the skincare industry—until now.
—Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 24 Sep. 2025
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The Outline David is renowned for creating airtight outlines that form the scaffolding around each scene, episode, and season.
—Thr Staff, HollywoodReporter, 25 Sep. 2025
Another renowned home, the Hunt House designed by Craig Ellwood in 1957, played an important role as the campaign shoot location, where the rich materials and Malibu-centric aesthetic that were part of Kravitz’s vision came to life.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 25 Sep. 2025
Judith Butler, a renowned American philosopher and gender studies scholar, has long promoted and expanded upon the idea that all gender is performative.
—Ashleigh N. Deluca, Parents, 24 Sep. 2025
Selma, who has previously collaborated with renowned fashion designers such as Marc Jacobs, Stella McCartney, and Isaac Mizrahi, has never professionally ventured into the skincare industry—until now.
—Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 24 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for renowned
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Although the brand is best known for its famous period underwear (which our editors have also tested and loved), it’s been venturing further into fitness, swim, and shapewear over the last few years.—
Jenifer Calle,
Glamour,
26 Sep. 2025
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In having a devoted fan base, Metallica recalls another famous Marin band, the Grateful Dead, and its legions of Deadheads.—
Paul Liberatore,
Mercury News,
26 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Lourd previously starred opposite Pamela Anderson in Gia Coppola’s acclaimed The Last Showgirl.—
Justin Kroll,
Deadline,
26 Sep. 2025
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Though beloved and acclaimed, the film also endured several controversies, including allegations of harassment on set.—
Mathew Rodriguez,
Them.,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The 34th edition of HSDFF will kick off Friday, October 10 with a gala event and screening of Tom Winston’s Lost Wolves of Yellowstone, about the audacious plan to reintroduce wolves to the famed national park that spans parts of Wyoming, Montana, and Utah.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
28 Sep. 2025
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The indicator has also been referenced by famed investors including Paul Tudor Jones.—
Yun Li,
CNBC,
28 Sep. 2025
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The actors said that the episode was one of their least favorites but commended the late Doherty for her work on it.—
Daysia Tolentino,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 Sep. 2025
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Reviewers have commended how much the structure has upgraded their outdoor space.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The park in Hodgenville that honors the celebrated president's birthplace closed, according to the National Park Service's website, and Mammoth Cave was also affected by the shutdown.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
1 Oct. 2025
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In addition to being one of the most celebrated figures in country music history — with more than 100 million records sold and 49 studio albums — Parton is widely recognized for her philanthropic contributions.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
30 Sep. 2025
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One dedicated fan showed up in full crow cosplay, matching the aesthetic of her latest album cover, while another brought a detailed toy wooden replica of Cardi — complimented with pictures of her kids engraved on the figurine’s box.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
24 Sep. 2025
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Up next, McEntire, 70, complimented him for walking toward the coaches during his performance.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
23 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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However, a different vibe soon filled the arena once the countdown clock reached zero and a video charting Kirk's career from 18-year-old organizer to one of the GOP’s most prominent activists came on-screen.—
Alex J. Rouhandeh,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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In the wake of the assassination of prominent conservative figure Charlie Kirk, the rhetoric wars have taken to new levels of vitriol, with many on the right blaming the left writ large for such political violence, and vice versa.—
Kayla Dwyer,
IndyStar,
1 Oct. 2025
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Ripa kicked off Wednesday's edition of Live by telling the audience about Gelman's induction into the organization at the New York City ceremony as the studio crowd applauded.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Oct. 2025
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By the end of the speech, some members of the crowd stood and some lightly applauded.—
Michelle Stoddart,
ABC News,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Renowned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/renowned. Accessed 3 Oct. 2025.
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