as in famous
widely known
an anchorwoman so well-known that she passes for a local celebrity
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Recent Examples of well-known
The photos had not been widely reported before, though Trump’s friendship with Epstein was well-known.
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Joseph Wilkinson, New York Daily News, 23 July 2025
While exotic international locations such as Turkey have become increasingly well-known for their own health and wellness tourism offerings, such as hair transplants, Detroit is keeping pace.
—William Jones, Freep.com, 22 July 2025
Nam is well-known in the world of K-pop, having performed in the Korean entertainment space since his on MBC’s music competition series, Star Audition: Birth of a Great Star 2, which launched his music career.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 22 July 2025
Warren Buffett, who is well-known for his investment prowess, also has a reputation for being a philanthropist.
—Edward Segal, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
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Joseph Wilkinson, New York Daily News, 23 July 2025
While exotic international locations such as Turkey have become increasingly well-known for their own health and wellness tourism offerings, such as hair transplants, Detroit is keeping pace.
—William Jones, Freep.com, 22 July 2025
Nam is well-known in the world of K-pop, having performed in the Korean entertainment space since his on MBC’s music competition series, Star Audition: Birth of a Great Star 2, which launched his music career.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 22 July 2025
Warren Buffett, who is well-known for his investment prowess, also has a reputation for being a philanthropist.
—Edward Segal, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-known
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One hurdle Doggett thinks could get in the way of progress in Austin is its most famous billionaire, Elon Musk.—
Beck Andrew Salgado,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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That means getting the most famous stars to play, with $1 million for the winning team, eschewing any concerns about who is actually the best at the discipline.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
29 July 2025
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The Accountant 2 star, 52, and the Deadpool & Wolverine actress watched the Boston Red Sox take on the Tampa Bay Rays at Fenway Park on July 11. NESN cameras caught the family sitting in the front row at the famed stadium.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
21 July 2025
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For example, a criminal group known as Scattered Spider recently attacked famed British retailer Marks & Spencer, allegedly using solutions purchased on underground forums.—
Damon Fleury,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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Black was a prominent Florida defense attorney known for several high-profile clients, including Epstein and Kennedy Smith.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
24 July 2025
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In between the prominent stars of the Summer Triangle (above) and the stinger of Scorpius (below) is Ophiuchus.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Even the celebrated success stories carry hidden costs, especially to society.—
Tima Bansal,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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The celebrated animated paean to small-town Texas aired its final episode in 2009.—
Ryan Coleman Updated,
EW.com,
25 July 2025
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Their rise from a grassroots studio to a globally renowned ARPG developer is nothing short of remarkable.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
25 July 2025
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Bollea, who was 6 ft. 7 in. tall, appeared to dwarf Ferrigno, who was already renowned for his size.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
25 July 2025
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This being the 50th anniversary of Steven Spielberg's landmark shark horror film, much of the convention was devoted to celebrating Jaws' milestone — for better or for worse — in the representation of the notorious marine mammals.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
14 July 2025
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Pilgrimages to battlefields, ancient ruins, or notorious prisons have existed for centuries.—
Sixteen Ramos,
USA Today,
11 July 2025
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“Well-known.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/well-known. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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