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icon

noun as in symbol or representation

noun as in a holy image

Strongest match

Weak match

noun as in admired person

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Apart from the critical raves and awards, though, the film made her a fashion icon via Annie’s fedora hats, vests, ties and baggy pants.

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And just like when Seattle traded franchise icon Russell Wilson in 2022, it means they have solved one of football’s trickiest problems and reaped an enormous windfall as a result.

He called her "a legend, and icon, and a truly kind human being.... She will be deeply missed."

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Actor Ben Stiller paid tribute on X, writing: "Diane Keaton. One of the greatest film actors ever. An icon of style, humor and comedy. Brilliant. What a person."

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Tadej Pogacar revealed that he had a chat with Eddy Merckx after winning Il Lombardia for a record-breaking fifth straight time on Saturday, emulating the cycling icon.

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