renown

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The French Laundry, the three-Michelin-starred restaurant helmed by renown chef Thomas Keller, has been sued by a former employee who alleges wage theft and other labor law violations at the Yountville, Calif., eatery.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

For Chinese startups, deals with top Silicon Valley players offer the potential for wealth far beyond what they can expect in China and a shot at capturing global renown.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026

He won renown as one of the key figures in the new wave of Iranian cinema.

From BBC • Dec. 28, 2025

Despite his own verdict, both mediums would bring him lasting, well-deserved, renown.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 11, 2025

She knew him slightly— one of Bronze Yohn's sons, comely in a rough-hewn way, a tourney warrior of some renown.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin