claim to fame
noun phrase
: something that someone or something is famous for or that makes someone or something important or interesting
His claim to fame is the invention of the stapler.
The restaurant's claim to fame is its barbecue sauce.
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His claim to fame was that he was connected to many different groups.
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Jacques Kelly, Baltimore Sun, 14 June 2024
One surprising thing Death Valley holds the world record for the hottest temperature on the planet, but there’s controversy surrounding that claim to fame.
—Paige Vega, Vox, 7 June 2024
After creating a free account, log in to see the various styles, which, yes, include the brand’s claim to fame, the Arizona Sandals, for as little as $80.
—Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 26 May 2024
Sonos' big claim to fame was offering one of the first major wireless multi-room audio platforms, but the Ace isn't a part of it.
—Will Greenwald, PCMAG, 21 May 2024
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Jacques Kelly, Baltimore Sun, 14 June 2024
One surprising thing Death Valley holds the world record for the hottest temperature on the planet, but there’s controversy surrounding that claim to fame.
—Paige Vega, Vox, 7 June 2024
After creating a free account, log in to see the various styles, which, yes, include the brand’s claim to fame, the Arizona Sandals, for as little as $80.
—Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 26 May 2024
Sonos' big claim to fame was offering one of the first major wireless multi-room audio platforms, but the Ace isn't a part of it.
—Will Greenwald, PCMAG, 21 May 2024
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“Claim to fame.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/claim%20to%20fame. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
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