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high profile

n.
An intentionally conspicuous, well-publicized presence or stance: "needs to maintain a high profile in his profession" (Tracy Keenan Wynn).

high′-pro′file adj.
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high-profile

adjective famous, prominent, eminent, celebrated, distinguished, illustrious one of football's high profile chairmen
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high-profile

[ˌhaɪˈprəʊfaɪl] ADJ high-profile activityactividad f prominente
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