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prominent

[prom-uh-nuhnt] / ˈprɒm ə nənt /




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But the economic debate about immigration isn’t “entirely honest,” said Sebastian Dullien, a prominent German economist.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Despite their long influence on Hollywood, both have frequently appeared on lists of prominent Oscar nominees never to win a competitive Academy Award.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Khan, a prominent British lawyer, has been on voluntary leave to fight the allegations since May 2025.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Pulte the grandson hasn’t donated to any prominent Fellowship candidates.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

He is a prominent character in three of Euripides’ plays and in one of Sophocles.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton




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