prominence
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Once a cultural touchstone, late-night television has seen its prominence erode greatly over the years with viewers and advertising dollars shifting away from broadcast TV to streaming.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
A former lawmaker and party leader, she shot to prominence when she became first lady at 19, after her mother broke with her father amid corruption scandals.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
The name "Shaolin Temple" has gained prominence in pop culture over the years, including being the title of a 1982 film starring Jet Li.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
Mamdani, a little known assemblyman from Queens, shot to national prominence in his run for mayor by focusing on making New York City more affordable.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
Looking below, he saw that his tree towered not only because it was tall but because it stood on a rocky prominence.
From "Abel's Island" by William Steig
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