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also cause celebre
as in celebrity
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
a cause célèbre from some reality TV show whose fame hadn't even lasted the proverbial 15 minutes
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Recent Examples of cause célèbre
In fact, he’s become an unexpected new conservative cause celebre as a growing contingent of commentators take his side.
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Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Jan. 2025
Jurors heard closing arguments Tuesday in the case of Daniel Penny, who has become a cause celebre for some of President-elect 's closest allies.
, a 26-year-old former Marine, is charged in a New York state court with second-degree manslaughter and negligent homicide.
—Sean O'Driscoll, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024
The case also became a cause celebre among Republican presidential hopefuls.
—Philip Marcelo, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2024
Ever since the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos outside the womb are considered children, the fertility treatment known as in vitro fertilization has become a political cause celebre.
—Tom Philp, The Mercury News, 5 Oct. 2024
Opposition to non-compete agreements has become a new cause celebre on the left.
—The Editorial Board, WSJ, 21 Nov. 2023
Since then, his fortunes apparently have changed and Floyd has become a something of a cause celebre in conservative circles.
—Chris Joyner, ajc, 29 Aug. 2023
Mitnick became a cause celebre for hackers who considered his 5-year prison term excessive.
—Time, 21 July 2023
His feud with the Commonwealth has turned him into cause celebre in conservative circles and has even put him on a new career path.
—Tim Carman, Washington Post, 5 Dec. 2022
Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Jan. 2025
Jurors heard closing arguments Tuesday in the case of Daniel Penny, who has become a cause celebre for some of President-elect 's closest allies.
, a 26-year-old former Marine, is charged in a New York state court with second-degree manslaughter and negligent homicide.
—Sean O'Driscoll, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024
The case also became a cause celebre among Republican presidential hopefuls.
—Philip Marcelo, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2024
Ever since the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos outside the womb are considered children, the fertility treatment known as in vitro fertilization has become a political cause celebre.
—Tom Philp, The Mercury News, 5 Oct. 2024
Opposition to non-compete agreements has become a new cause celebre on the left.
—The Editorial Board, WSJ, 21 Nov. 2023
Since then, his fortunes apparently have changed and Floyd has become a something of a cause celebre in conservative circles.
—Chris Joyner, ajc, 29 Aug. 2023
Mitnick became a cause celebre for hackers who considered his 5-year prison term excessive.
—Time, 21 July 2023
His feud with the Commonwealth has turned him into cause celebre in conservative circles and has even put him on a new career path.
—Tim Carman, Washington Post, 5 Dec. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cause célèbre
Noun
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Other celebrities seen inside the Superdome ahead of kickoff include Kevin Costner, Pete Davidson, Miles Teller, soccer star Lionel Messi and Druski.—
Carly Thomas,
The Hollywood Reporter,
9 Feb. 2025
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Although this year’s celebrity host will remain a secret until the opening night, past stars who have filled that role include Emma Roberts, Sofia Vergara, Amy Adams, Anne Hathaway, and Rita Ora.—
Richard Johnson,
New York Daily News,
9 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Before heading into Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena for the official kick-off of the show, the Miss Americana star received a white rose from a young Swiftie.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
5 Feb. 2025
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Bravo is getting ready to have a group of The Real Housewives stars check in to the Love Hotel.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
5 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The eight phases of the moon, in order, are: New moon Waxing crescent moon First quarter moon Waxing gibbous moon Full moon Waning gibbous moon Last quarter moon Waning crescent moon What are the names of full moons throughout the year?—
Janet Loehrke,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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Rest assured, Hepburn’s legacy isn’t lost: A plaque out front bears the name of the Breakfast at Tiffany’s star.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
10 Feb. 2025
Noun
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His impact on the field was undeniable, and his personality off the field was infectious.—
Dane Mizutani,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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My personality is colorful enough without tartans; let the suit merely contain it.—
Gary Shteyngart,
The Atlantic,
7 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Maybe this year will be different, thanks to the addition of superstar Kyle Tucker and the decision by the rest of the National League Central teams either to downgrade or keep the status quo.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Feb. 2025
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Also late last night: Women’s hoops superstar JuJu Watkins tallied 38 points, 11 rebounds and eight blocks in No. 6 USC’s huge 71-60 win over No. 1 UCLA.—
Chris Branch,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Thanks to everyone who made this possible but most importantly, thank you to our first responders who are the community’s real heroes.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
5 Feb. 2025
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But [producer] David Leitch and his company wanted to create a different kind of action hero that doesn’t look like a badass until the situation calls for it.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
4 Feb. 2025
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“Cause célèbre.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cause%20c%C3%A9l%C3%A8bre. Accessed 18 Feb. 2025.
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