world-renowned
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of world-renowned
First recorded in 1590–1600
Example Sentences
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An oblivious biker pushed past the world-renowned classical musician.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 13, 2026
Attar said McGregor withdrew from the UFC drug-testing pool “to focus fully on his recovery” under the care of “his team of world-renowned physicians.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 12, 2026
"Being made in Denby, in Amber Valley, in Derbyshire, is what gave this world-renowned pottery its soul, built entirely on the irreplaceable skill, pride, and craftsmanship passed down through generations of local families."
From BBC ● Jun. 9, 2026
"The investigations were launched due to the immense media storm around the case, solely because of the involvement of the defendant, who is a world-renowned athlete," Neymar's legal team said.
From Barron's ● Mar. 31, 2026
Farmer confidently told them he had consulted world-renowned experts and read all the literature.
From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French
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