1
as in respected
having a good reputation especially in a field of knowledge
a nutritional study that has been published by a prestigious medical journal
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as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement
the most prestigious social club in town
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Recent Examples of prestigious
The movie opens at the prestigious Daytona race with Pitt’s Sonny Hayes pulling off one dangerous maneuver after another in a desperate bid to maintain his lead.
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Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 2 Apr. 2025
Among them are some of the most prestigious and famously liberal including Columbia, Rutgers, the University of Michigan, and the University of California system.
—Rafael Perez, Oc Register, 2 Apr. 2025
The paper, authored by Lior Shamir, a computer scientist at Kansas State University, appeared in March in the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society, an outstanding journal with a prestigious history that stretches back nearly two centuries.
—Paul M. Sutter, Scientific American, 1 Apr. 2025
The competition that followed turned Nature’s Best Photography into one of the most prestigious awards programs in the world.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
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Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 2 Apr. 2025
Among them are some of the most prestigious and famously liberal including Columbia, Rutgers, the University of Michigan, and the University of California system.
—Rafael Perez, Oc Register, 2 Apr. 2025
The paper, authored by Lior Shamir, a computer scientist at Kansas State University, appeared in March in the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society, an outstanding journal with a prestigious history that stretches back nearly two centuries.
—Paul M. Sutter, Scientific American, 1 Apr. 2025
The competition that followed turned Nature’s Best Photography into one of the most prestigious awards programs in the world.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prestigious
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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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The trouble with international prosecutions The ICC has a long list of outstanding arrest warrants, including for former dictator Omar al-Bashir, who ruled Sudan for three decades before being deposed in 2019.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
5 Apr. 2025
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Further back, Kimi Antonelli in sixth impressed in his Mercedes, setting the fastest lap of the race, while home favorite Yuki Tsunoda fought through to a respectable P12 in his first race for Red Bull.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
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Episode one debuted on Paramount+ on March 30, and critics have high praise for the series, rating it 78% on Rotten Tomatoes, with audiences following close behind at a respectable 67% rating.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 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
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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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Read more articles, books, and reputable blogs about inflation and other financial concepts.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Safety rating All reputable manufacturers sell only booster seats that have passed stringent safety tests administered by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2025
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Whatever her outcome this season, both Grooms and Johnson realize the end of her illustrious high school career is near.—
Rick Mauch,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Apr. 2025
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UConn women’s basketball superstar Paige Bueckers will try to finish her illustrious college career this weekend with an elusive prize—a national championship—after determining the financial upside of remaining in school is not worth forgoing the 2025 WNBA Draft.—
Eric Jackson,
Sportico.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Presenters for the esteemed night include USC Annenberg’s Dean Willow Bay, Snap Inc. CEO Evan Spiegel and Disney Entertainment co-chairman Dana Walden.—
McKinley Franklin,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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After the initial maturation, the whiskey is transferred to Superiore and Fine Marsala butts of French oak from the esteemed Cantine de Vinci in Sicily.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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If the book falters, the production numbers – some based on famous Marilyn images and tropes, like the Seven Year Itch‘s subway grate scene, and the Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend bit – are suitably flashy.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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The all cash deal, valued at $1.375 billion, will merge two of the most famous Italian luxury fashion brands under one roof.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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On Tuesday, April 8, past winners of the renowned golf tournament will gather for the Champions Dinner at Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia.—
Sabrina Weiss,
People.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Manuel Olivo Ortiz, whose son attended the concert but did not return home, was among those anxiously waiting outside the club known for its traditional Monday parties where renowned national and international artists perform.—
Danica Coto,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Prestigious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prestigious. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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