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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
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.
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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
The sole other notable personage here is his sister (Therica Wilson-Read), presented as a waspish, back-stabbing type.
—Dennis Harvey, Variety, 21 Feb. 2024
This innovative jazz-age pianist, songwriter and Harlem bon vivant had skills as oversized as the 300-pound personage that stamped him with the nickname he is remembered by.
—Christopher Smith, Orange County Register, 29 Jan. 2024
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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
The sole other notable personage here is his sister (Therica Wilson-Read), presented as a waspish, back-stabbing type.
—Dennis Harvey, Variety, 21 Feb. 2024
This innovative jazz-age pianist, songwriter and Harlem bon vivant had skills as oversized as the 300-pound personage that stamped him with the nickname he is remembered by.
—Christopher Smith, Orange County Register, 29 Jan. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for personage
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On an earlier, mid-week night at the Forum, Charli showed up in person for a proper duet of the collaborative track, but Saturday’s show didn’t suffer for the lack of guest starpower: Eilish has enough brattiness for a whole Forum on her own.Chris Willman, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024
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For those who remain unfamiliar, Extraordinary is set in an alternate-universe London where every person spontaneously develops a superpower at around the age of 18.Judy Berman, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
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The Standard, London will continue offering its Zodiac Retreat package in 2025, which includes readings from celebrity astrologer Chris Corsini and custom room amenities that change with each zodiac season.Julia Eskins, Vogue, 17 Dec. 2024
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Movie premieres took place around the world, and celebrities showed up in droves to support and promote some of the upcoming film releases of the season.Okla Jones, Essence, 17 Dec. 2024
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Courtesy of brand Tuft & Needle Original Mattress $645 $516 Tuft & Needle Best After-Christmas Home Sales 2024 Macy's Shop for the entire family (including the dog) with Macy's markdowns on men's and women's clothes, kid's toys, home decor, luggage, and more.Jenifer Calle, Glamour, 26 Dec. 2024
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Called Hanes Moves, the brand’s new activewear collection focuses on comfort and performance with offerings in the children’s, women’s and men’s categories.Alexandra Pastore, WWD, 26 Dec. 2024
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The visionary highlights the concept of The Third Entity™, a framework developed by CRR Global that views relationships as distinct entities with their own personalities and dynamics.Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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In October, Cuomo hosted a two-hour primetime special featuring a discussion about the 2024 election with guests including sports personality Stephen A. Smith and entrepreneur Mark Cuban.Todd Spangler, Variety, 16 Dec. 2024
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As the two try to repair and restore their former life together, Miri desperately tries to keep Leah from slipping between her fingers.Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
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After the March 19 incident, Huger, 61, was charged with a DUI and DWI, negligently driving a vehicle in a careless and imprudent manner endangering property, life, and person, as well as recklessly driving a vehicle in wanton and willful disregard for the safety of persons and property.Stephanie Wenger, People.com, 19 Dec. 2024
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However, the 35-year-old star has reportedly been skipping road games due to security concerns, and the Christmas Day game does not appear to be an exception to that rule.Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 25 Dec. 2024
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Since being in the spotlight as a ‘90s child star, Lopez told Fox News Digital how he’s relied on his faith while working in Hollywood.Stephanie Giang-Paunon, Fox News, 25 Dec. 2024
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The reporters were seated on the main stage and understood nary a word of his speech, although the Wall Street Journal guy faked it by writing stuff down.Bill Dwyre, Los Angeles Times, 22 Dec. 2024
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This is a guy who's done everything Trump's asked him to do.ABC News, ABC News, 22 Dec. 2024
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The graduates were honored during a National Apprenticeship Week ceremony that featured dignitaries from the U.S. Department of Labor and the Maryland Department of Labor.Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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Iconic covers show historical leaders of our time Trump rings open the stock exchange Donald Trump for the first time rang the stock exchange bell, a symbolic ritual that is often designated to celebrities and visiting dignitaries.Rebecca Morin, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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“Personage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/personage. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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