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prominence

[prom-uh-nuhns] / ˈprɒm ə nəns /




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Green was part of an outstanding group of class of 2029 quarterbacks last fall, all of whom should be continuing their rise to prominence.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

A former lawmaker and party leader, she shot to prominence when she became first lady at 19, after her mother broke with her father amid corruption scandals.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

The case has drawn significant attention because of the family's prominence.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

HBO Chairman Casey Bloys explained that they expected a lot of “interest” in the cast because of the cultural prominence of the “Harry Potter” franchise.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

She asked Cambridge whether she might pursue a degree in psychology, which was growing in prominence and credibility.

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel




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