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also cause celebre
as in celebrity
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
a cause célèbre from some reality TV show whose fame hadn't even lasted the proverbial 15 minutes
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Recent Examples of cause célèbre
In fact, he’s become an unexpected new conservative cause celebre as a growing contingent of commentators take his side.
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Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Jan. 2025
Jurors heard closing arguments Tuesday in the case of Daniel Penny, who has become a cause celebre for some of President-elect 's closest allies.
, a 26-year-old former Marine, is charged in a New York state court with second-degree manslaughter and negligent homicide.
—Sean O'Driscoll, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024
The case also became a cause celebre among Republican presidential hopefuls.
—Philip Marcelo, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2024
Ever since the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos outside the womb are considered children, the fertility treatment known as in vitro fertilization has become a political cause celebre.
—Tom Philp, The Mercury News, 5 Oct. 2024
Opposition to non-compete agreements has become a new cause celebre on the left.
—The Editorial Board, WSJ, 21 Nov. 2023
Since then, his fortunes apparently have changed and Floyd has become a something of a cause celebre in conservative circles.
—Chris Joyner, ajc, 29 Aug. 2023
Mitnick became a cause celebre for hackers who considered his 5-year prison term excessive.
—Time, 21 July 2023
His feud with the Commonwealth has turned him into cause celebre in conservative circles and has even put him on a new career path.
—Tim Carman, Washington Post, 5 Dec. 2022
Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Jan. 2025
Jurors heard closing arguments Tuesday in the case of Daniel Penny, who has become a cause celebre for some of President-elect 's closest allies.
, a 26-year-old former Marine, is charged in a New York state court with second-degree manslaughter and negligent homicide.
—Sean O'Driscoll, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024
The case also became a cause celebre among Republican presidential hopefuls.
—Philip Marcelo, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2024
Ever since the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos outside the womb are considered children, the fertility treatment known as in vitro fertilization has become a political cause celebre.
—Tom Philp, The Mercury News, 5 Oct. 2024
Opposition to non-compete agreements has become a new cause celebre on the left.
—The Editorial Board, WSJ, 21 Nov. 2023
Since then, his fortunes apparently have changed and Floyd has become a something of a cause celebre in conservative circles.
—Chris Joyner, ajc, 29 Aug. 2023
Mitnick became a cause celebre for hackers who considered his 5-year prison term excessive.
—Time, 21 July 2023
His feud with the Commonwealth has turned him into cause celebre in conservative circles and has even put him on a new career path.
—Tim Carman, Washington Post, 5 Dec. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cause célèbre
Noun
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Much like Alo Yoga in the wellness space, the brand collaborates with popular influencers and celebrities while hosting eye-catching events, from beach parties to futuristic pop-up experiences, to amplify its presence on social media.—
Clara Ludmir,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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But senators grilled the celebrity doctor on his record.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA TODAY,
17 Mar. 2025
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Underworld and Love And Friendship star Beckinsale is coming off features Canary Black and Stolen Girl.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
13 Mar. 2025
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Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking TV news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
13 Mar. 2025
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The plane got its name from Iron Maiden’s scary Eddie the Head, a recurring character in the band's artwork.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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The department did not mention the names of those involved.—
Nimi Princewill,
CNN,
18 Mar. 2025
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This starts with hiring the right people, being sensitive to personalities, and proper consideration for diversity, skills, incentives, and experience.—
Martin Zwilling,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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His coaching staff have been filling in the gaps regarding personalities and who can play two games in quick succession.—
Charlotte Harpur,
The Athletic,
16 Mar. 2025
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But last week at the Ojai Food + Wine Festival — a gathering of culinary superstars from around the world — all was forgiven.—
Laurie Ochoa,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Mar. 2025
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The South Korean superstar’s debut effort launches at No. 2 on the Top Album Sales chart with 26,500 copies sold.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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No single hero led an iteration of Thunderbolts in the comics as long as Hawkeye.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
Newsweek,
13 Mar. 2025
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Make members the heroes Celebrate your community members at every opportunity.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Cause célèbre.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cause%20c%C3%A9l%C3%A8bre. Accessed 26 Mar. 2025.
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