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notoriously

[noh-tawr-ee-uhs-lee, nuh-] / noʊˈtɔr i əs li, nə- /
ADVERB
particularly
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What on Earth possessed Nolan, a notoriously detail-oriented director, to tap the all-purpose flour of movie stars to portray one of the most storied heroes in literature?

From Salon Aug. 2, 2026

I discovered mine years ago when attempting to find the perfect pairing with radicchio—that notoriously challenging, purple leafy vegetable known for its aggressive bitterness, earthiness and astringency.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 2, 2026

But regardless of SpaceX’s viability as a mobile competitor, wireless investors may still worry about when the next shoe will drop with a notoriously volatile company.

From MarketWatch Jul. 25, 2026

These particles are notoriously difficult to detect because they rarely interact with ordinary matter.

From Science Daily Jul. 17, 2026

“Because we are humans, and humans are notoriously difficult,” said Mae.

From "Willodeen" by Katherine Applegate




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