In the world of chemistry, the soccer-ball-shaped molecule called the buckyball is like a child prodigy yet to live up to early acclaim.

Returning east with his wife, Mary, who ran his office, he won early acclaim, though never a reputation for one particular "look."

In finding early acclaim as a photographer despite a lack of professional training, he became convinced that he could accomplish whatever he set his mind to.

Despite its early acclaim, later seasons have received criticism for a dip in quality, notably after Daniels was less involved.

This Havana-born pianist has never received quite the recognition that her early acclaim, two decades ago, would seem to have warranted.

The book brought the poet a measure of early literary acclaim.

Such early acclaim can be both a blessing and a curse for a young artist.

Back in Europe, Annabella failed to regain her earlier acclaim.

Although it won early acclaim for its comfort and power, sales were slow.

The film has received early acclaim, with positive reviews going towards the refreshing tone of the horror genre.