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renown

[ri-noun] / rɪˈnaʊn /


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Founded in 1952 by British engineer Colin Chapman, Lotus gained worldwide renown for sporty cars that outgunned the competition with lighter weight over outright horsepower.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

Hüller’s Oscar-nominated performance in the 2023 Palme d’Or-winning “Anatomy of a Fall” vaulted her from Cannes renown to international stardom.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

If they do, the boost to Burry’s renown will outweigh the consequences of being too early again.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 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

‘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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