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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In addition to “Use Me,” the LP spun off the hit single “Lean on Me,” which went to No. 1 and was later inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
A four-time player, Season 23 runner-up and 2015 Survivor Hall of Fame inductee, Coach is one of the show’s most legendary figures.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 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
A wrestler during his school years, Mullin was inducted into the Oklahoma Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2016.
From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026
They’re planning to visit the county baseball museum and the Indiana Baseball Hall of Fame in Jasper.
From "All The Bright Places" by Jennifer Niven
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