illustrious

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A mention of the illustrious bird-of-paradise flower elicits coos and awe from the women.

From Los Angeles Times

He began his religious instruction at 4 and continued his studies at the revered hawza, a network of illustrious seminaries.

From Los Angeles Times

Griezmann currently plays for Atletico Madrid, where he is the Spanish club's all-time leading scorer, and also scored 44 goals in an illustrious career for his international side.

From Barron's

Like many illustrious figures, the cowboy turns out to be a more nuanced individual than the often one-dimensional representations of the silver screen.

From Los Angeles Times

His illustrious career is set to take in a 100th cap against Ireland - a fitting fixture given it will be his 14th appearance against Farrell's side, his highest tally versus any nation.

From BBC