1
as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement
a panel made up of notable authorities on the virus
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2
as in noteworthy
worth remembering or mentioning
predicts trends in the stock market with notable accuracy
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as in celebrity
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
directors, actors, and other notables at the annual gathering for the Academy Awards
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Recent Examples of notable
John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Apr. 2025
President Trump's tariffs have earned him a near-universal rebuke from Democrats, with the notable exception of top lawmakers from Michigan.
—Stephen Neukam, Axios, 4 Apr. 2025
Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 18 Dec. 2024
That said, news organizations will likely find out and report some of the notables on the list.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
Despite her explanation, the incident remains a notable moment where on-screen action blurs the lines with real-life conflict.
—John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Apr. 2025
President Trump's tariffs have earned him a near-universal rebuke from Democrats, with the notable exception of top lawmakers from Michigan.
—Stephen Neukam, Axios, 4 Apr. 2025
Noun
Lots of notables in several of the episodes (Parker Posey, Alexander Skarsgård, etc.).
—Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 18 Dec. 2024
That said, news organizations will likely find out and report some of the notables on the list.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for notable
Adjective
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Two additional persons charged – Sayed Ali, 59, of Richmond, and Stephanie Huerta, 35, of Houston – are considered fugitives, and warrants remain outstanding for their arrests, the U.S. attorney's office said.—
Jonathan Limehouse,
USA Today,
5 Apr. 2025
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There had been outstanding box-to-box operators before him, most notably Bryan Robson at the league’s inception in the early 1990s, then Keane.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
5 Apr. 2025
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Here are five noteworthy deals this month by family offices with at least $5 billion in assets: Trump imposed a far-reaching tariff policy on Wednesday that includes a baseline 10% duty on nearly every country, with rates reaching as high as 46% in the case of Vietnam .—
Hayley Cuccinello,
CNBC,
4 Apr. 2025
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The Cowboys made one noteworthy move Thursday by trading for backup quarterback Joe Milton.—
Saad Yousuf,
New York Times,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The message is clear, from designers, brands, fashion media, and celebrities alike: America’s mall brands are next up.—
Aamina Inayat Khan,
StyleCaster,
10 Apr. 2025
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And Adidas, Puma and even Reebok are also doubling down on their attempts to lure women, partnering with WNBA stars and other athletes and celebrities popular with females.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Nestled along the storied banks of the River Thames, 15 Cheyne Walk stands as one of Chelsea’s most distinguished homes, a residence steeped in history, grandeur, and a 300-year-old legacy.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
2 Apr. 2025
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Michel Koopman is the CEO & Founder at CxO Coaching, with a distinguished career as a senior operator and entrepreneur.—
Michel Koopman,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Thank you to all the remarkable health care workers, who take our lives in your hands.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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O'Donnell's departure on February 28 marked a remarkable 39-day span of rotating commissioners.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In this age of TV dominance of a culture that moves on fast, producers are trying to snag stars at the moment of their peak appeal.—
Chris Jones,
New York Daily News,
6 Apr. 2025
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Here are three takeaways from the Royals-O’s series: Kris Bubic stars in starter’s role The Royals always knew Bubic had the intangibles to become a big-league starting pitcher.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
6 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Maxton Hall Season 2 Is Underway — Here’s Everything to Know About the Series' Return When Ruby (Harriet Herbig-Matten) accidentally uncovers an explosive secret at her prestigious high school, millionaire heir James (Damian Hardung) has to keep her close.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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He was named the state’s top player but wasn’t selected for the prestigious McDonald’s high school All-American game despite being the No. 19 recruit in the Class of 2024, per the 247Sports Composite.—
Tim Casey,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Another memorable moment is the last few minutes of episode two.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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Their surname was also there for everyone to see as the couple enjoyed memorable moments on the dance floor.—
Victoria Uwumarogie,
Essence,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Notable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/notable. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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