as in celebrities
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
a basketball superstar
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Recent Examples of superstars
Hosted by drag superstars Dusty Ray Bottoms and May O’Nays, this cabaret-meets-musical-theatre spectacular brings together local legends, touring talent, and rising youth performers for an unforgettable staging of sequins, show tunes, and slaying.
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Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 15 Sep. 2025
Named after creator, host and judge RuPaul, the iconic show has catapulted the careers of countless drag superstars, including Trixie Mattel, Katya and Bob the Drag Queen.
—Liza Esquibias, People.com, 15 Sep. 2025
There was seemingly a healthy respect between the players, like opposing superstars Virat Kohli and Babar Azam sharing a laugh in an enduring image, in what was a snapshot of the possibilities when the stench of politics is absent.
—Tristan Lavalette, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Sedona’s superstars are its vivid sandstone, limestone, shale and basalt formations, sculpted by millions of years of geologic tumult.
—New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
At 48 years old, the veteran has been used to put over the next generation of superstars.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
Three superstars in the music industry will be taking home special awards this Sunday night.
—Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
Rantanen and Mitch Marner likely took less than an open market would have provided, but other superstars with potential market-resetting deals are still unsigned.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 6 Sep. 2025
Many female superstars were born both in the East and the West.
—Clifford Coonan, Variety, 4 Sep. 2025
Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 15 Sep. 2025
Named after creator, host and judge RuPaul, the iconic show has catapulted the careers of countless drag superstars, including Trixie Mattel, Katya and Bob the Drag Queen.
—Liza Esquibias, People.com, 15 Sep. 2025
There was seemingly a healthy respect between the players, like opposing superstars Virat Kohli and Babar Azam sharing a laugh in an enduring image, in what was a snapshot of the possibilities when the stench of politics is absent.
—Tristan Lavalette, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Sedona’s superstars are its vivid sandstone, limestone, shale and basalt formations, sculpted by millions of years of geologic tumult.
—New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
At 48 years old, the veteran has been used to put over the next generation of superstars.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
Three superstars in the music industry will be taking home special awards this Sunday night.
—Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
Rantanen and Mitch Marner likely took less than an open market would have provided, but other superstars with potential market-resetting deals are still unsigned.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 6 Sep. 2025
Many female superstars were born both in the East and the West.
—Clifford Coonan, Variety, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for superstars
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Last night saw a host of celebrities turn out for the fourth annual Kering Foundation Caring for Women dinner in New York City, putting on their most glamorous gowns.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
12 Sep. 2025
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Where other presentations emphasize nondescript techno music and straight-size models, Antonoff and Alexsandra showcased their designs through a who's who of celebrities, sporting their new looks while carrying shelter dogs available for adoption.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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Take a look at all the stars out and about this week.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
15 Sep. 2025
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This week's quiz highlights burger bites, sporty stars — and a lot more.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
14 Sep. 2025
Noun
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There are plenty of opportunities for method dressing or showing off their personalities.—
Glamour,
Glamour,
14 Sep. 2025
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While most of us seek connection, high-conflict personalities often approach relationships as opportunities to win or control others.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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ABC's move is latest high-profile example of media figures facing repercussions for comments about Kirk's killing.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
18 Sep. 2025
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Facts and figures The Red Sox are 82-69.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
17 Sep. 2025
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“Superstars.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/superstars. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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