Hall of Fame
Americannoun
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a national shrine in New York City commemorating the names of outstanding Americans.
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a room, building, etc., set aside to honor outstanding individuals in any profession, locality, nation, or the like.
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a number of individuals acclaimed as outstanding in a particular profession, field of endeavor, locality, or the like.
noun
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a building containing plaques or busts honouring famous people
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a group of famous people
Example Sentences
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They will be joined by longtime NBA official Joey Crawford, NBA coach Doc Rivers and Gonzaga coach Mark Few in the Hall of Fame.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026
Jeff Kent, just elected to the Hall of Fame, did the honors for the San Francisco Giants.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026
As an early 2000s champ in the sport, Mullin boasted an undefeated 5-0 record and the Oklahoma chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame inducted him in 2016.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
In 2011, she received a damehood in recognition of her contribution to broadcasting, and also won two Sony Awards and was made a member of the Radio Academy Hall of Fame during her career.
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
“And he’s going to the Pro Football Hall of Fame for sure.”
From "Zara’s Rules for Record-Breaking Fun" by Hena Khan
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