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well-known

[wel-nohn] / ˈwɛlˈnoʊn /


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These compounds differ from larger peptide medications such as semaglutide, which is used in well-known drugs including Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus.

From Science Daily Jul. 25, 2026

He is well-known to investors and regulators around the world, and in February traveled to New York as part of an official Chinese government delegation.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 24, 2026

In addition to Pixar and National Geographic, certain corporate functions were also affected by the layoffs, as was ESPN, which cut several well-known on-air analysts and reporters.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 21, 2026

Popularly known as "Sonam sir", Wangchuk is one of best-known public figures in the disputed Indian-administered territory of Ladakh and a well-known name in India.

From BBC Jul. 20, 2026

The inconvenience of this system in record-keeping is palliated by various devices, for instance reference to well-known events, reigns of kings, dynasties, local lords, etc.

From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin




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