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renown

[ri-noun] / rɪˈnaʊn /


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Branded as Princeton research, the paper’s influence continued to expand, boosting the university program’s renown and Pacala and Socolow’s stature.

From Salon • Jun. 26, 2026

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

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

The festival’s successful return to the Castro, with its prime location and renown, buttresses the organization’s future—welcome news in a world in need of just that.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 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

Jon had seen this one about the castle—a knight of great renown, to hear him tell it.

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




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