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illustrious

[ih-luhs-tree-uhs] / ɪˈlʌs tri əs /


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It’s a true honor to be a small stain on the history of this illustrious show.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2026

Keegan enjoyed spells at Scunthorpe United, Liverpool, Hamburg, Southampton and Newcastle as a player during an illustrious career.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Jolie’s name is not mentioned in the listing, which went live on May 4; however, the property’s illustrious history features prominently in the description, which described the home as an “iconic compound.”

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

A new production on illustrious Italian football manager Carlo Ancelotti by Paulo Sorrentino was announced in Cannes on Friday.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

“Have you come to show me your own feats of illustrious illusion?” she asks.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern




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