world-famous

adjective

: famous throughout the world
a world-famous scientist

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The town became world-famous for a gunfight that lasted all of 30 seconds and did not even take place at the O.K. Corral. Richard Grant, Smithsonian Magazine, 31 Mar. 2025 Mixing Bowl Mashup Blizzard Treat – A sweet mix of brownie batter and chocolate chip cookie dough swirled into world-famous DQ soft serve. Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 28 Mar. 2025 Madrid is one of the largest and most exciting cities in Europe, with world-famous art museums like the Prado and iconic streets filled with camera-ready architecture like the Gran Via. Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 26 Mar. 2025 That’s a great sign for anyone who loves grabbing a post-work pint at any of the country’s world-famous pubs. Blane Bachelor, AFAR Media, 26 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for world-famous

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“World-famous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/world-famous. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.

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