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renown

[ri-noun] / rɪˈnaʊn /


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Seclusion was clearly top of mind when the home was designed, with a long driveway and tree-lined parcel helping to protect the dwelling from any prying eyes—a must for an actress of Ryan’s renown.

From MarketWatch Aug. 4, 2026

Recognition of their "outstanding universal value" brings international renown and commits authorities to work toward their preservation.

From Barron's Jul. 26, 2026

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

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

The biracial makeup of the team was of special significance to February, forty, a soft-spoken black paleoecologist and a climber of international renown.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer




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