prominently
Americanadverb
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in a way that stands out so as to be easily seen; noticeably or conspicuously.
I still have a card someone sent me last year, prominently displayed on my desk.
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in a leading role or with a high degree of public recognition; importantly.
He has published more than 30 books and 250 articles, most prominently his monograph on ethical investing.
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in a way that stands out from a surface or line.
In these carved human figures, foreheads are low and noses given varied shapes, often jutting out prominently from the face.
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There was also a weapons wall, “Game of Thrones”-style wood accents and a prominently placed map of Middle-earth.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 24, 2026
James, entering his 24th season in the NBA, will also figure prominently in the opening week broadcast schedule as the 76ers will take on the New York Knicks on Oct.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026
Bero is prominently featured in “Brand New Day” when Holland’s Peter Parker is shopping at a bodega.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 3, 2026
The video prominently featured Zach Witkoff and two of the president’s sons, Don Jr. and Eric, extolling the success of their company.
From Slate ● Jul. 22, 2026
One book had been bound in white, and it stood out prominently on a shelf among the black-bound books around it.
From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok
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