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renown

[ri-noun] / rɪˈnaʊn /


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But Kafka’s renown has also been uncommonly reliant on the enthusiasm of his translators.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

In a sign of Diamond’s growing renown at the time, “Kentucky Woman” was covered within a year by both Waylon Jennings and Deep Purple.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

Other Japanese women have subsequently built on her achievements, albeit absent the renown still reserved for male directors.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

His renown grew after the Everest climb and he fostered a close friendship with the Kennedy family.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

‘Shall I always be left behind when the Riders depart, to mind the house while they win renown, and find food and beds when they return?’

From "The Return of the King" by J.R.R. Tolkien




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