famous person
Example Sentences
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The clip was shared endlessly on social media, women seemingly desperate to see a real face on a famous person.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
The effect of clipping is context collapse maximized to further a hasty impression of a vaguely famous person.
From Slate • May 6, 2026
Obama is not the only famous person to appear in ads about Proposition 50.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 14, 2025
Jaclyn, recognized wherever she goes as a bonafide famous person, hears from wealthy socialite Kate that she is also a celebrity, albeit a local one.
From Salon • Mar. 10, 2025
No one knew what went on inside of Mr. Popper’s head, and no one guessed that he would one day be the most famous person in Stillwater.
From "Mr. Popper's Penguins" by Florence Atwater and Richard Atwater
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