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marquee

[mahr-kee] / mɑrˈki /
NOUN
permanent canopy
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Efforts to fulfill some of his marquee campaign pledges have stumbled, including the messy launch of the pied-à-terre tax.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 12, 2026

A marquee chef hasn’t been announced yet, but the restaurant is operated by Rhubarb Events & Hospitality Collection, which is part of the investment firm Oak View Group.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 11, 2026

Aimie and her now-husband Ryan had to book an emergency marquee to offer extra shade and an ice-cream van to keep their guests cool.

From BBC Aug. 3, 2026

With more than $5 billion poured in by the Kingdom, LIV had lured away marquee names from the PGA Tour such as Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm, two of the best players in the sport.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 29, 2026

He did the marquee thing with his hands: “Hot Seat Uncovers Faculty Hoax!”

From "Stargirl" by Jerry Spinelli




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