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as in respected
having a good reputation especially in a field of knowledge
a nutritional study that has been published by a prestigious medical journal
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as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement
the most prestigious social club in town
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Recent Examples of prestigious
Waste created by health care itself is a major part of how climate change is impacting health, a report in one of the world's most prestigious medical journals says.
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Nicole Fallert, USA TODAY, 30 Oct. 2024
Spelman College and Morehouse College are two of the most prestigious historically Black institutions in the nation.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 29 Oct. 2024
Wynn Las Vegas Director of Wine Brian Weitzman leads this charge, constantly pursuing prestigious bottle acquisitions.
—Melinda Sheckells, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Nov. 2024
The Lexus Melbourne Cup, held annually in November at Melbourne’s Flemington Racecourse, is a prestigious Group 1 horse race with a 3,200-meter track and an $8.56 million prize pool, surpassing the Kentucky Derby’s $3 million.
—Maggie Clancy, WWD, 5 Nov. 2024
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Nicole Fallert, USA TODAY, 30 Oct. 2024
Spelman College and Morehouse College are two of the most prestigious historically Black institutions in the nation.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 29 Oct. 2024
Wynn Las Vegas Director of Wine Brian Weitzman leads this charge, constantly pursuing prestigious bottle acquisitions.
—Melinda Sheckells, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Nov. 2024
The Lexus Melbourne Cup, held annually in November at Melbourne’s Flemington Racecourse, is a prestigious Group 1 horse race with a 3,200-meter track and an $8.56 million prize pool, surpassing the Kentucky Derby’s $3 million.
—Maggie Clancy, WWD, 5 Nov. 2024
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Amazon The Swift Go offers outstanding performance for the price (7/10, WIRED Review).Simon Hill, WIRED, 30 Nov. 2024
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Her work on the TV movie earned her an Emmy nod for outstanding directing for a miniseries or a movie. 06 of 08 Kathy Bates' Battle with Cancer and Lymphedema Bates was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2003 and breast cancer in 2012.Brendan Le, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024
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While cinephiles shudder to learn the opinions of their favorite French actors, Irish stars are assumed to have respectable politics by default.Nate Jones, Vulture, 18 Nov. 2024
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Reviewer Mark Knapp rated a very similar Lenovo Legion Pro 5 Gen 8 exceptionally well, noting its premium build quality and respectable performance for the price.K. Thor Jensen, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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Rabinovich, a distinguished Israeli historian of the modern Middle… The War for Lebanon, 1970-1983 This is partly a history of Lebanon's breakdown and civil war, partly a study of why and how Israel went to war in 1982.Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, 12 Nov. 2024
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For his distinguished service, Sumter awarded Ali land.Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
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Although the post does reference reputable sources like Gartner and McKinsey, neither of these reports appears to support the competitive edge claim.Bruce Weinstein, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Avoid all the nonsense and head straight to a reputable fact-checking site, including the Associated Press AP Fact Check, FactCheck.org, Politifact, USA Today’s fact-checking pages and election fact-checking site.Jennifer Jolly, USA TODAY, 6 Nov. 2024
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The ensemble partners with illustrious jazz artists every year, and the 20-piece band’s upcoming collaborations at Bing Concert Hall feature vocalists Jamie Davis and Clairdee (Feb. 21, 2025) and trombonist/vocalist Wycliffe Gordon (May 23, 2025).Andrew Gilbert, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
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When, in their mid-fifties, the brothers accepted appointments at the University of Berlin, Jacob spurned any honors and illustrious positions that would take him away from his desk.Jennifer Wilson, The New Yorker, 4 Nov. 2024
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The esteemed inventor, Mr. Edison visits Norman Henry (Patinkin) to pitch his latest technological device.Denise Petski, Deadline, 22 Nov. 2024
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This Victorian building was once home to esteemed figures like City Councilmember Harry L. Haynes and Austin's first Black pharmacist, Thomas Delashwah.Ana Gutierrez, Austin American-Statesman, 5 Nov. 2024
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The Ballon Bleu is easily recognizable thanks to its signature blue sapphire cabochon crown within a protective metal arch and those famous Cartier Roman numerals.Sophie Furley, Robb Report, 23 Nov. 2024
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The beers that made Texas famous The consumption of beer can be traced back to the earliest days of the Texas Republic.Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Designed by renowned architects like C. Howard Crane & Associates; Verner, Wilhelm & Molby; William H. Kuni; Clarence E. Day, and Richard Marr, each residence offers a glimpse into the artistry and design of Detroit’s historic Palmer Woods neighborhood.Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 21 Nov. 2024
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These cities host globally renowned fashion schools, attract billions in investment, and maintain robust logistics networks that support their status as style epicenters.Stephan Rabimov, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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“Prestigious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prestigious. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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