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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
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.
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Tom Philp, The Mercury News, 5 Oct. 2024
In fact, he’s become an unexpected new conservative cause celebre as a growing contingent of commentators take his side.
—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
Tom Philp, The Mercury News, 5 Oct. 2024
In fact, he’s become an unexpected new conservative cause celebre as a growing contingent of commentators take his side.
—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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cause célèbre
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Both casinos will offer new Italian restaurants in partnership with Giada De Laurentiis, and food halls featuring the first suburban locations for Antique Taco and Pretty Cool Ice Cream, as well as Lucky Goat, a new burger restaurant by celebrity chef Stephanie Izard.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2025
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Another celebrity’s name has been dropped in Diddy‘s trial.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
28 May 2025
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Here's what stars, constellations are the best to spot in May Stargazing this May?—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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Outside of Kelce’s training, the stars have both been enjoying some downtime as of late, a source recently told PEOPLE.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
24 May 2025
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Cooper Flagg is the headline name, but fellow five-star freshman Kon Knueppel is also worth taking note of, along with center Khaman Maluach.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
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Investors should therefore move away from import-dependent names and toward companies that are actively rerouting supply chains and accelerating investment in reshoring sensitive sectors, Leung added.—
Lee Ying Shan,Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
29 May 2025
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In the second half, Pacers entertainment staff handed the microphone to former Indianapolis Colts punter and ESPN personality Pat McAfee, who introduced Knicks fans Spike Lee, Ben Stiller, and Timothée Chalamet – all of them in attendance in Indianapolis.—
Joe Vardon,
New York Times,
27 May 2025
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Rangel, a mustachioed, natty dresser rarely seen with a hair out of place, hardly had a reputation for a shy and retiring personality.—
Daily News Staff,
New York Daily News,
26 May 2025
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The Thunder’s relentless defense stifled the Timberwolves, especially in the second half, and limited Minnesota superstar Anthony Edwards to a meager 18 points on 5-of-13 shooting.—
Matias Grez,
CNN Money,
21 May 2025
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While Clapton was already a superstar at the time and big things were expected, few could have predicted just how massive the title would become.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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World Series heroes return to Kauffman Stadium A trio from the 2015 World Series champion Royals made their grand return to playing at Kauffman Stadium, just one week after celebrating the 10-year anniversary of the championship team.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
24 May 2025
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McNeil went to left field after Nimmo came out of the game and got the hero hit in the ninth.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
24 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Cause célèbre.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cause%20c%C3%A9l%C3%A8bre. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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