as in star
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
a basketball superstar
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Recent Examples of superstar
There is nothing more embarrassing for the Giants than Saquon Barkley’s superstar explosion deep into his first NFL playoffs with the Philadelphia Eagles.
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Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 20 Jan. 2025
New to this year’s Fan Zone is the opportunity to bid on authentic Chiefs items autographed by many of the team’s superstars.
—The Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 19 Jan. 2025
The Sun newspaper reports that his band are preparing their sixth album, and that on it Healy plans to refer to his relationship with the pop superstar.
—Caroline Frost, Deadline, 19 Jan. 2025
The Chess Box likewise finds space inside the top 10, earning the late superstar a new pair of successes.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 20 Jan. 2025
New to this year’s Fan Zone is the opportunity to bid on authentic Chiefs items autographed by many of the team’s superstars.
—The Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 19 Jan. 2025
The Sun newspaper reports that his band are preparing their sixth album, and that on it Healy plans to refer to his relationship with the pop superstar.
—Caroline Frost, Deadline, 19 Jan. 2025
The Chess Box likewise finds space inside the top 10, earning the late superstar a new pair of successes.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for superstar
Noun
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The reality star from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills just shared her favorite winter fashion finds during an Amazon Live.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
24 Jan. 2025
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If not, the San Francisco Giants are another top suitor who could swoop in and steal the star from New York.—
Zach Pressnell,
Newsweek,
24 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Imagine one of the most beloved talk show hosts from your country - someone who interviewed generations of celebrities and became a cultural icon through their unique style and warmth.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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Other celebrities featured in the Barbie Music Collector Series include Gloria Estevan, David Bowie, Elvis Presley, Elton John, and Stevie Nicks.—
Essence,
Essence,
16 Jan. 2025
Noun
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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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“Superstar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/superstar. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
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