as in unknown
not widely known
a low-budget movie with a cast of no-name actors
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Recent Examples of no-name
William Roberson, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
Zens may not be the first to make a charger like this, but a quick search only pulls up a couple examples from no-name brands that won’t charge as fast.
—Antonio G. Di Benedetto, The Verge, 17 Oct. 2024
Choose services recommended by experts, and avoid no-name companies.
—Yuri Dvoinos, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
Yesterday afternoon, this team of no-names ousted the Houston Astros on their home field to secure themselves a place in the Division Series against their inter-division rival, the Cleveland Guardians.
—Dan Freedman, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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The suspension components are no-name bits and include a non-adjustable rear shock and a front fork with lockout and preload adjustment.
—William Roberson, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
Zens may not be the first to make a charger like this, but a quick search only pulls up a couple examples from no-name brands that won’t charge as fast.
—Antonio G. Di Benedetto, The Verge, 17 Oct. 2024
Choose services recommended by experts, and avoid no-name companies.
—Yuri Dvoinos, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
Yesterday afternoon, this team of no-names ousted the Houston Astros on their home field to secure themselves a place in the Division Series against their inter-division rival, the Cleveland Guardians.
—Dan Freedman, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for no-name
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One male suspect with long hair in a ponytail, wearing all black clothing, is believed to have left the area in an unknown direction, according to Towson University police.Alexa Dikos, Baltimore Sun, 12 Jan. 2025
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The fires have so far killed at least five people, although the sheriff has said the exact toll is unknown as this point, burned 27,000 acres of land and forced the mandatory evacuation of nearly 180,000 people in Los Angeles.Santul Nerkar, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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After McGregor destroyed Jose Aldo in 13 seconds to win the title and then moved up to lightweight, Aldo beat Frankie Edgar for the interim championship seven months later.Brian Mazique, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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Many users found the machine-washable blanket lightweight yet warm.Toni Sutton, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025
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In 2019, creative director Michael Goldberg stumbled upon an obscure website reference to Luna Luna, and spearheaded the effort to resurrect the art-adventure park, enlisting Canadian rapper, singer, and actor Drake, who invested $100 million with his entertainment company, DreamCrew.Natasha Gural, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
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In between catchy dances and obscure trends, TikTok has become a life-changing platform for many.Sara Belcher, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025
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When women did drink, their capacity for alcohol was as diminished as their access to public space – women were expected to drink fortified wines or, if need be, a half-pint, according to Clare Herrick, a Professor of Geography and Global Health.Sadhbh O'Sullivan, refinery29.com, 12 Oct. 2019
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On a recent Tuesday at the Counting House, a Fuller’s pub in the City of London, two half-pints of Lucky Saint yielded a bill of £7 including VAT, with no add-ons, handled with a simple tap of the card.Anthony Palazzo, Fortune Europe, 10 May 2024
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The owner, knowing that his establishment is at capacity and taking into consideration the troublesome nobodies who are seeking entry, brusquely sends them away.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Two high school nobodies make the decision to crash the last major celebration before the new millennium on New Year’s Eve 1999.Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 15 Dec. 2024
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The Jets were young whippersnappers in 2022, a team that wasn’t supposed to be any good but jumped out to a 6-3 record powered by a remarkable rookie class.Zack Rosenblatt, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, private investigator Julie (Estrada) seeks an investigative assistant but isn't in the market to hire a young whippersnapper.Samantha Stutsman, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024
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Pour the sauce over and gently toss with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula until the shrimp and avocado are thoroughly coated.Janelle Davis, CNN, 7 Feb. 2023
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Brine shrimp are a critical food source for the aquaculture industry.Evan Bush, NBC News, 21 Jan. 2023
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Most of the movie is a vaguely comical swipe at Napoleon in domestic life—an awkward lover, a jealous husband, an inveterate complainer, and in sum an annoying twerp.Kyle Smith, WSJ, 21 Nov. 2023
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Kind of a little twerp, now and again.Ashley Fetters Maloy, Washington Post, 7 Nov. 2022
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“No-name.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/no-name. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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