famous

famous for 15 minutes

Experiencing a brief period of celebrity or notoriety. A variation on "15 minutes of fame," a term coined by artist Andy Warhol. Jane was famous for 15 minutes after appearing on the nightly news broadcast.

famous for being famous

Said of someone who is well-known only for being a fixture in the media, rather than having a particular talent or achievement. She's not even an actress—she's just famous for being famous.

famous last words

A statement or claim that is promptly undone or disproved. This phrase is often humorously or preemptively. A reference to the final words one says before one dies. A: "I can't believe the ER has been so quiet today!" B: "Ugh, famous last words for sure." A: "There's no way we'll get stuck in traffic." B: "Famous last words. Look what's ahead."

See also: famous, last, word

Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

famous last words

Fig. assertions that are almost immediately countered. (Sarcastic.) A: I said I would never speak to her again in my entire life! B: Famous last words! You just said hello to her.

See also: famous, last, word

McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.

famous last words

A phrase used to express disbelief, rejection, or self-deprecation. For example, They said we'd get an extra bonus at Christmas-famous last words! or This book is bound to make the best-seller list-famous last words! This expression alludes to grandiose statements about human affairs that prove to be untrue, such as "This is the war to end all wars," or "We must make the world safe for democracy." [Late 1930s]

See also: famous, last, word

The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.

famous last words

You say famous last words, after you claim that something will definitely happen in a certain way, in order to suggest, humorously, that you may be proved wrong. No, I think this time, I'll manage just fine on my own. Famous last words. `Yes, it's all under control.' said Bertie, adding `Famous last words.' with a grin. Note: You can also use famous last words to admit that you were in fact wrong about something. When I set out from Birmingham I thought, at least I'll be finished early. Famous last words.

See also: famous, last, word

Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed.

famous for being famous

having no recognizable reason for your fame other than high media exposure.

famous for fifteen minutes

(especially of an ordinary person) enjoying a brief period of fame before fading back into obscurity.

In 1968 , the pop artist Andy Warhol ( 1927–87 ) predicted that ‘in the future everybody will be world famous for fifteen minutes’. Short-lived celebrity or notoriety is now often referred to as fifteen minutes of fame .

famous last words

said as an ironic comment on or reply to an overconfident assertion that may well soon be proved wrong by events.

This expression apparently originated as a catchphrase in mid 20th-century armed forces' slang.

2000 Canberra Sunday Times Speaking from New York, he said ‘I expect NASDAQ to fall more than another 5–10 per cent. Famous last words, but I expect it to break 3000, that is about a 20 per cent descent.’

See also: famous, last, word

Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

ˌfamous ˌlast ˈwords

(informal, humorous) used when you think somebody has been too optimistic about something and is likely to be wrong: ‘The journey will only take an hour on the high-speed train.’ ‘Famous last words! That train is always late!’

Last words in this idiom refers to words spoken by somebody just before they die.

See also: famous, last, word

Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

famous last words

A satirical rejoinder to what the speaker considers a fatuous remark or easily refuted statement. The expression alludes to the so-called famous last words of history—for example, “this is the war to end all wars,” or “it [meaning some calamity] could never happen here.” Its exact origin is not known, but Eric Partridge believed it began in the armed services during World War II, first in Britain. After the war it crossed the Atlantic. It now is applied to just about any situation, even as a self-deprecating comment on one’s own remark (“That’s the last time I strike out—famous last words”).

See also: famous, last, word

The Dictionary of Clichés by Christine Ammer

See also:

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15 minutes of fame
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dismal

References in periodicals archive

'I can recall that he started singing with heavy musical instrument which was new then and he became famous amongst youths.'

Kano-Based Praise Singer, Rabiu Baba Is Dead

Famous City is planning on opening several new locations in Chicagoland, Dallas Texas, and Los Angeles, CA.

Famous City Store is Coming Soon to Chicagoland and Other Major U.S. Markets

Famous poet and researcher Zia Ul Hassan presented his paper on 'Effects of Ghalib on modern Ghazal'.

2nd Day of international Urdu conference

Season 11 of Coke Studio 's last episode also caught the attention of the Minister of Human Rights, Shireen Mazari and she shared her thoughts on the revamped version of the famous 1966 song.

Shireen Mazari terms Coke Studio's Ko Ko Korina as 'horrendous'

The inhabitants were famous for their skill in spinning of wool and yarn.

BAHLA - A SHOWCASE OF OMANI HERITAGE, TRADITION

Today, being 'famous' reflects society's monstrous appetite to be noticed.

FROM THE BARBER'S CHAIR; Paul Daley's news & views

The actress says she does not regret being "moderately famous".

Soha Ali Khan is OK being in the shadows

Being famous these days usually means having a lot of followers, likes and retweets.

Are you famous?

Mathira has been casted as a love of Dawood, villain of the film and she would be seen as a simple house wife wearing plain clothes (Shalwar, Qameez) and role of Dawood will be done by famous actor Shariq Mehmood.

Mathira to play role of Phooln Devi in Arifa

Meanwhile, all 10 episodes of "Famous In Love" have already been released by Freeform via its website, on the mobile app and On Demand.

Will Paige Choose Rainer Or Jake In 'Famous In Love'?

"This is a monumental day in the long history of Nathan's Famous," says Wayne Norbitz, Nathan's Famous executive board member and former 26-year president.

Hot dog homerun

THEY are known collectively as the lovable Geordie duo Ant and Dec - but which is most famous? As one of the world's most famous couples, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt - also known as Brangelina - split, it led to queries about who had the upper hand when it comes to worldwide fame.

So who are the winners and losers in Google's fame game? We take a look at how internet searches for wellknown pairings reveal which of them is most famous

Synopsis: "Nathan's Famous: The First 100 Years of America's Favorite Frankfurter Company" by William Handwerker (a former company executive and the founder's grandson) with the assistance of Jayne A.

Nathan's Famous

LuLu International's F&B division Tablez Food Company has partnered with Famous Dave's of America, Inc.

Tablez signs partnership with Famous Dave\\ s

Globalport players were dejected of the outcome, but their import Jarrid Famous wants everything come Sunday.

PBA: Famous confident Globalport can bounce back

词组	famous
释义	famous famous for 15 minutes Experiencing a brief period of celebrity or notoriety. A variation on "15 minutes of fame," a term coined by artist Andy Warhol. Jane was famous for 15 minutes after appearing on the nightly news broadcast. See also: 15, famous, minute famous for being famous Said of someone who is well-known only for being a fixture in the media, rather than having a particular talent or achievement. She's not even an actress—she's just famous for being famous. See also: being, famous famous last words A statement or claim that is promptly undone or disproved. This phrase is often humorously or preemptively. A reference to the final words one says before one dies. A: "I can't believe the ER has been so quiet today!" B: "Ugh, famous last words for sure." A: "There's no way we'll get stuck in traffic." B: "Famous last words. Look what's ahead." See also: famous, last, word Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. famous last words Fig. assertions that are almost immediately countered. (Sarcastic.) A: I said I would never speak to her again in my entire life! B: Famous last words! You just said hello to her. See also: famous, last, word McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs. famous last words A phrase used to express disbelief, rejection, or self-deprecation. For example, They said we'd get an extra bonus at Christmas-famous last words! or This book is bound to make the best-seller list-famous last words! This expression alludes to grandiose statements about human affairs that prove to be untrue, such as "This is the war to end all wars," or "We must make the world safe for democracy." [Late 1930s] See also: famous, last, word The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer. famous last words You say famous last words, after you claim that something will definitely happen in a certain way, in order to suggest, humorously, that you may be proved wrong. No, I think this time, I'll manage just fine on my own. Famous last words. `Yes, it's all under control.' said Bertie, adding `Famous last words.' with a grin. Note: You can also use famous last words to admit that you were in fact wrong about something. When I set out from Birmingham I thought, at least I'll be finished early. Famous last words. See also: famous, last, word Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed. famous for being famous having no recognizable reason for your fame other than high media exposure. See also: being, famous famous for fifteen minutes (especially of an ordinary person) enjoying a brief period of fame before fading back into obscurity. In 1968 , the pop artist Andy Warhol ( 1927–87 ) predicted that ‘in the future everybody will be world famous for fifteen minutes’. Short-lived celebrity or notoriety is now often referred to as fifteen minutes of fame . See also: famous, fifteen, minute famous last words said as an ironic comment on or reply to an overconfident assertion that may well soon be proved wrong by events. This expression apparently originated as a catchphrase in mid 20th-century armed forces' slang. 2000 Canberra Sunday Times Speaking from New York, he said ‘I expect NASDAQ to fall more than another 5–10 per cent. Famous last words, but I expect it to break 3000, that is about a 20 per cent descent.’ See also: famous, last, word Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary ˌfamous ˌlast ˈwords (informal, humorous) used when you think somebody has been too optimistic about something and is likely to be wrong: ‘The journey will only take an hour on the high-speed train.’ ‘Famous last words! That train is always late!’ Last words in this idiom refers to words spoken by somebody just before they die. See also: famous, last, word Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary famous last words A satirical rejoinder to what the speaker considers a fatuous remark or easily refuted statement. The expression alludes to the so-called famous last words of history—for example, “this is the war to end all wars,” or “it [meaning some calamity] could never happen here.” Its exact origin is not known, but Eric Partridge believed it began in the armed services during World War II, first in Britain. After the war it crossed the Atlantic. It now is applied to just about any situation, even as a self-deprecating comment on one’s own remark (“That’s the last time I strike out—famous last words”). See also: famous, last, word The Dictionary of Clichés by Christine Ammer See also: famous for 15 minutes famous for fifteen minutes fifteen 15 15 minutes of fame fame muggle muggles the dismal science dismal References in periodicals archive 'I can recall that he started singing with heavy musical instrument which was new then and he became famous amongst youths.' Kano-Based Praise Singer, Rabiu Baba Is Dead Famous City is planning on opening several new locations in Chicagoland, Dallas Texas, and Los Angeles, CA. Famous City Store is Coming Soon to Chicagoland and Other Major U.S. Markets Famous poet and researcher Zia Ul Hassan presented his paper on 'Effects of Ghalib on modern Ghazal'. 2nd Day of international Urdu conference Season 11 of Coke Studio 's last episode also caught the attention of the Minister of Human Rights, Shireen Mazari and she shared her thoughts on the revamped version of the famous 1966 song. Shireen Mazari terms Coke Studio's Ko Ko Korina as 'horrendous' The inhabitants were famous for their skill in spinning of wool and yarn. BAHLA - A SHOWCASE OF OMANI HERITAGE, TRADITION Today, being 'famous' reflects society's monstrous appetite to be noticed. FROM THE BARBER'S CHAIR; Paul Daley's news & views The actress says she does not regret being "moderately famous". Soha Ali Khan is OK being in the shadows Being famous these days usually means having a lot of followers, likes and retweets. Are you famous? Mathira has been casted as a love of Dawood, villain of the film and she would be seen as a simple house wife wearing plain clothes (Shalwar, Qameez) and role of Dawood will be done by famous actor Shariq Mehmood. Mathira to play role of Phooln Devi in Arifa Meanwhile, all 10 episodes of "Famous In Love" have already been released by Freeform via its website, on the mobile app and On Demand. Will Paige Choose Rainer Or Jake In 'Famous In Love'? "This is a monumental day in the long history of Nathan's Famous," says Wayne Norbitz, Nathan's Famous executive board member and former 26-year president. Hot dog homerun THEY are known collectively as the lovable Geordie duo Ant and Dec - but which is most famous? As one of the world's most famous couples, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt - also known as Brangelina - split, it led to queries about who had the upper hand when it comes to worldwide fame. So who are the winners and losers in Google's fame game? We take a look at how internet searches for wellknown pairings reveal which of them is most famous Synopsis: "Nathan's Famous: The First 100 Years of America's Favorite Frankfurter Company" by William Handwerker (a former company executive and the founder's grandson) with the assistance of Jayne A. Nathan's Famous LuLu International's F&B division Tablez Food Company has partnered with Famous Dave's of America, Inc. Tablez signs partnership with Famous Dave\\ s Globalport players were dejected of the outcome, but their import Jarrid Famous wants everything come Sunday. PBA: Famous confident Globalport can bounce back
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