obscurity
Example Sentences
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“Doherty has rescued libertarianism from its own obscurity,” the Wall Street Journal wrote of the work, “eloquently capturing the appeal of the ‘pure idea.’”
From Los Angeles Times
The case seemed to have been plucked from obscurity and was largely indistinguishable from the 2,000 other lawsuits that had been filed ahead of it by companies trying to get their money back.
He adds that when fans have a choice, they will discover new genres and music cultures that may have otherwise languished in obscurity.
From Los Angeles Times
In the worst cases, it gives the audience one last chance to laugh in someone’s face before they vanish into obscurity.
From Salon
Bethell's performances have vindicated England's decision to pluck him from relative obscurity.
From BBC
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