as in famous
widely known
an anchorwoman so well-known that she passes for a local celebrity
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Recent Examples of well-known
His family was well-known in the area, his son told the Times: His grandfather founded an insurance company, Golden State Mutual Life, and a housing project in the Watts neighborhood of Los Angeles, Nickerson Gardens, was named for the patriarch.
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Phaedra Trethan, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025
The actor is well-known for portraying popular characters like Dutch van der Linde in Rockstar Games' Red Dead Redemption, and recently brought Borderlands' Marcus Kincaid to life in Eli Roth's 2024 film.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
In the last year, interest among customers in contemporary handbag brands has skyrocketed as many are looking at more affordable options from labels that can be just as well-known as their luxury competitors.
—Layla Ilchi, WWD, 9 Jan. 2025
Under criticism for waiting too long to get the guard out on the streets and not approving the request from the county until Thursday afternoon, California Gov. Gavin Newsom tonight made sure the show of force was well-known.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 9 Jan. 2025
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Phaedra Trethan, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025
The actor is well-known for portraying popular characters like Dutch van der Linde in Rockstar Games' Red Dead Redemption, and recently brought Borderlands' Marcus Kincaid to life in Eli Roth's 2024 film.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
In the last year, interest among customers in contemporary handbag brands has skyrocketed as many are looking at more affordable options from labels that can be just as well-known as their luxury competitors.
—Layla Ilchi, WWD, 9 Jan. 2025
Under criticism for waiting too long to get the guard out on the streets and not approving the request from the county until Thursday afternoon, California Gov. Gavin Newsom tonight made sure the show of force was well-known.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 9 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-known
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Reality Bites Hollywood Squares The game show where contestants test their ability to gauge whether famous people are telling lies is back and in prime time.—
Savannah Salazar,
Vulture,
18 Jan. 2025
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Brunelle has been on the receiving end of these comparisons, as he was often likened to British actor Rowan Atkinson, famous for playing Mr. Bean.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
18 Jan. 2025
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The 42nd iteration of the famed culinary festival will take place this year from June 20-22 and will once again take over the mountain town, transforming it into a food-lover's paradise.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Jan. 2025
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Busts have been swapped out, new portraits have been hung and the famed Diet Coke button is back.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
22 Jan. 2025
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The Dolphins filled one of two prominent openings on their coaching staff on Friday, hiring Robert Prince as receivers coach. Prince, whose hiring was initially reported by NFL Network and confirmed by a league source, replaces Wes Welker, who was not retained.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
25 Jan. 2025
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Bass, who was seated in a prominent position next to First Lady Melania Trump during the fire station briefing, thanked Trump for arriving in the city so soon after his inauguration and countered his claim that the city would slow-walk rebuilding efforts.—
Julia Wick,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Jan. 2025
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Hosted by celebrated guitarist Jennifer Batten and genre-defying violinist Lindsey Stirling, the evening will include live performances and presentations celebrating this year’s honorees.—
Holly Alvarado,
Orange County Register,
25 Jan. 2025
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Last June, the couple celebrated Crew's 6th birthday with a fossil-digging and kite party.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
23 Jan. 2025
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Pacific Ridge School is renowned for its commitment to fostering academic excellence, ethical responsibility, and global engagement.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Jan. 2025
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Even Saanen’s most renowned, high-end establishments remain low-key and devoid of pretension, like 16 ART-BAR-RESTAURANT, credited by Michelin as Bib Gourmand for an experience and culinary offering that is both high quality and good value.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
23 Jan. 2025
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Vancouver’s permissive policies and mild weather have lured thousands of people who are vulnerable to addiction to a city notorious for Canada’s most expensive housing.—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
15 Jan. 2025
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Advertisement Cuba always seemed an odd member of the notorious club, which included Syria and Iran.—
Tracy Wilkinson,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Jan. 2025
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“Well-known.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/well-known. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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