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as in stars
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
celebrities from sports and entertainment attended the opening ceremonies of the Olympic Games
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as in fames
the fact or state of being known to the public
an actor who reportedly feels very uncomfortable with his celebrity
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Recent Examples of celebrities
The backlash against religious celebrities shows that celebrity authenticity and cultural tolerance has limits – and hypocrisy.
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Ashley Hume, Fox News, 24 Mar. 2025
Additionally, more celebrities were showcased in the crowd than seemingly any other AEW PPV before.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 23 Mar. 2025
Slocombe, though, said the process can be sped up for celebrities.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 23 Mar. 2025
Arlington rolled out the red carpet on Saturday for celebrities, entertainers, a former president and some of America’s finest to celebrate the opening of the new National Medal of Honor Museum.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Mar. 2025
With celebrities that can be a lot quicker.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 23 Mar. 2025
Famous fashion houses like Chanel, Gucci and Prada have earned billions over the decades marketing their perfumes to aspirational consumers (as have celebrities from Britney Spears to Derek Jeter).
—Susan Campos, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Mar. 2025
The owner had to sell it in 1931, and its new operator saw that its discreet design details—such as an underground garage with direct elevators to the rooms, bypassing the lobby—were ideal for privacy-craving celebrities.
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 22 Mar. 2025
With a velvety texture and a matte finish that still has a bit of radiance, the formula is a favorite of celebrities like Addison Rae.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 22 Mar. 2025
Ashley Hume, Fox News, 24 Mar. 2025
Additionally, more celebrities were showcased in the crowd than seemingly any other AEW PPV before.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 23 Mar. 2025
Slocombe, though, said the process can be sped up for celebrities.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 23 Mar. 2025
Arlington rolled out the red carpet on Saturday for celebrities, entertainers, a former president and some of America’s finest to celebrate the opening of the new National Medal of Honor Museum.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Mar. 2025
With celebrities that can be a lot quicker.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 23 Mar. 2025
Famous fashion houses like Chanel, Gucci and Prada have earned billions over the decades marketing their perfumes to aspirational consumers (as have celebrities from Britney Spears to Derek Jeter).
—Susan Campos, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Mar. 2025
The owner had to sell it in 1931, and its new operator saw that its discreet design details—such as an underground garage with direct elevators to the rooms, bypassing the lobby—were ideal for privacy-craving celebrities.
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 22 Mar. 2025
With a velvety texture and a matte finish that still has a bit of radiance, the formula is a favorite of celebrities like Addison Rae.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 22 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for celebrities
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There was also some truly jaw-dropping fashion from stars on their press tours.—
Anastasia Sanger,
Glamour,
24 Dec. 2024
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Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
24 Dec. 2024
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This colossal collision of plotlines and personalities, of wild opposites and weird outcomes?—
Brendan Quinn,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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This creates a powerful, fast-moving culture, but one that’s often undocumented, inconsistent, and overly reliant on personalities.—
Tracy Lawrence,
Forbes.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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These developments have empowered women like Megan Thee Stallion to challenge entrenched norms and advocate for their reputations in real time.—
Sughnen Yongo,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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And if creating new or expanding old campuses remains too expensive, perhaps the state should focus on building the programs and reputations of the Cal State universities.—
Mary McNamara,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Dec. 2024
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The hotel has since hosted royalty, dignitaries, and iconic guests.—
Shalbha Sarda,
Architectural Digest,
4 Mar. 2025
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Philp and other dignitaries arrived in boats carrying the remains in special boxes.—
Francesca Aton,
ARTnews.com,
3 Mar. 2025
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From April 4- 6, 2025, pop superstars Olivia Rodrigo and Justin Timberlake will headline the 14th edition of the TecatePa’l Norte festival, a massive music celebration held annually in Monterrey.—
Andre Claudio,
Sourcing Journal,
3 Jan. 2025
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The track was included on a compilation featuring pop superstars all doing their best to join in on the holiday fun, titled Platinum Christmas.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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“Celebrities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/celebrities. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.
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