world-famous

adjective

: famous throughout the world
a world-famous scientist

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Those visiting the area for the first time, however, may not even have it on their radar (world-famous attractions nearby tend to overshadow the raw beauty). Regina Zumarraga, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2026 Other world-famous artists whose work is housed here include Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Raphael. Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026 The limited edition is powered by a fresh in-house movement (JCAM62 caliber) with an entirely new melody selector complication at 10 o’clock that allows the wearer to choose between two snippets of Nino Rota’s world-famous score by pressing a pusher at 8 o’clock. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 8 Apr. 2026 Crews quickly knocked down a fire in the attic of the Magic Castle, the iconic Hollywood event venue and world-famous home of the Academy of Magical Arts. Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for world-famous

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“World-famous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/world-famous. Accessed 2 May. 2026.

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