Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

marquee

[mahr-kee] / mɑrˈki /
NOUN
permanent canopy
Synonyms


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Although Morgan and Radcliffe are the marquee names, it’s an ensemble piece, in which everyone gets to be funny; there are no weak links.

From Los Angeles Times

And with the NHL players returning to the Winter Games for the first time in 12 years, Canada may have had more elite-level marquee players than any team in Olympic history.

From Los Angeles Times

Many families with children, couples and elderly people could be seen under a large white marquee, waiting their turn to see the 13th century skeleton of Italy's patron saint.

From Barron's

As the toy industry gathered in New York City recently for its marquee annual convention, the head of one small company stood out from the crowd, greeted by fellow business owners like a minor celebrity.

From BBC

The estate had already agreed on a deal to sell Allen’s other marquee team, the NBA’s Portland Trail Blazers, last fall.

From The Wall Street Journal