notoriously

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Rubbish bins are notoriously scarce in Japan, partly due to safety concerns after past terror attacks in the country and abroad.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Successfully proving selective prosecution is notoriously difficult—judges rarely grant it.

From Slate • May 28, 2026

Despite their importance, these molecules are notoriously difficult to manufacture.

From Science Daily • May 20, 2026

Brown knew that Brunson was among the best one-on-one scorers in the NBA, and that Cleveland guard James Harden was notoriously slow-footed on defense.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

“Domishmen are notoriously stubborn, Your Grace. Prince Quentyn’s forebears fought your own for die better part of two hundred years. He will not go without you.”

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin