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What they lack in the poetic grit that defined shows such as iconic series such as “Deadwood,” they make up in impressive household names, including Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren.

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As captain of the South Korean national team and English Premier League power Tottenham, Son was a household name in South Korea long before joining MLS on a record $26.5-million transfer in August.

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Before its recent hurdles, it was a household name for children’s toys and gifts, widely recognized by its mascot, Geoffrey the Giraffe.

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The answer, experts say, is that inking contracts with household names such as Amazon, Microsoft or Google also has its upsides.

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This year's Manchester Pride took place across four days, featuring performances from dozens of household name artists and gay icons.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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