1
as in person
a member of the human race
these sci-fi conventions attract personages of every description
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as in celebrity
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
personages from the fields of sports and entertainment will be special guests at the political convention
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Recent Examples of personage
While the personages involved are true to history, the details are pure invention.
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David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
Don’t miss the murals in the latter’s courtyard: no Irish personage is spared the satirical lash.
—Timothy O'Grady, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 July 2024
One day, Lockshin and his classmates marched across the cobblestones of Red Square to Vladimir Lenin’s tomb to pay tribute to the waxy corpse of the country’s most sacred personage.
—Christopher Goffard, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2024
This is the episode that goes the deepest into the world of the virtual reality game — full of historical personages, epic puzzles and dehydrated bodies — and lays the stakes out for the real world as well.
—Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Mar. 2024
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David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
Don’t miss the murals in the latter’s courtyard: no Irish personage is spared the satirical lash.
—Timothy O'Grady, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 July 2024
One day, Lockshin and his classmates marched across the cobblestones of Red Square to Vladimir Lenin’s tomb to pay tribute to the waxy corpse of the country’s most sacred personage.
—Christopher Goffard, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2024
This is the episode that goes the deepest into the world of the virtual reality game — full of historical personages, epic puzzles and dehydrated bodies — and lays the stakes out for the real world as well.
—Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Mar. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for personage
Noun
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Critics have said that over time, renewal of status becomes automatic, regardless of what’s happening in the person’s home country.—
Rebecca Santana,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2025
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Each person’s case is unique, Christian said, and everyone impacted should seek specific legal advice from a trusted source like those listed below.—
Rhiannon Saegert,
Miami Herald,
3 Feb. 2025
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The puppet performance serves as a grim explanation for Moretti’s motives, as well as a valid confrontation of the media’s abuse of power and privacy in pursuit of celebrity gossip.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
28 Jan. 2025
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Tranquill even took time to call out one celebrity fan, Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy.—
Barbara A. Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Jan. 2025
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Near the shores of Lake Waconia, Island View is a par-72 layout The facility has hosted numerous MGA men’s and women’s amateur championships.—
Tom Schardin,
Twin Cities,
6 Feb. 2025
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With Debut Title 'Stelios' Silent Night, Deadly Night is a reimagining of Charles E. Sellier Jr.’s cult horror classic in which a young boy witnesses the murder of his parents at the hands of a man dressed as Santa, only to grow up and become a killer himself.—
Diana Lodderhose,
Deadline,
6 Feb. 2025
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Spaces brimming with personality that feels intentional and curated, as opposed to chaotic.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Jan. 2025
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Uniquely is a Sacramento Bee series that covers the moments, landmarks and personalities that define what makes living in the Sacramento area so special.—
Marcus D. Smith,
Sacramento Bee,
27 Jan. 2025
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Power outages may also disrupt daily life and emergency services, emphasizing the need for preparation and caution.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
30 Jan. 2025
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Swap mindless scrolling for something that will actually affect your life—like listening to 15-minute summaries of the world’s best nonfiction books.—
StackCommerce Team (Sponsored),
PCMAG,
30 Jan. 2025
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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
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The guys who are up there on the on the stage just keep us all energized.—
Bill Chappell,
NPR,
2 Feb. 2025
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Luka being a guy that everybody has claimed is untouchable and untradeable.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
2 Feb. 2025
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The airport, which serves as a hub for many government officials and dignitaries, was built to accommodate 15 million passengers annually.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
30 Jan. 2025
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Beyond those agencies, the department is also responsible for securing airline transportation, protecting dignitaries, responding to natural disasters and more.—
Associated Pess,
Hartford Courant,
25 Jan. 2025
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“Personage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/personage. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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