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as in sole
belonging only to the one person, unit, or group named residents of the apartment complex have exclusive use of the pool

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as in fashionable
appealing to affluent consumers a section of the city where the exclusive boutiques and fashionable restaurants are concentrated

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Recent Examples of exclusive The cost of campaign advertising in Colorado's congressional races is approaching $50 million for the general election, an exclusive Axios Denver analysis shows. John Frank, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024 This Macallan lounge is the only place to try some of the brand’s most exclusive offerings, generally held for private buyers. Melinda Sheckells, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Nov. 2024 In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, the couple, now parents to 11-month-old daughter Scottie Bee, explains how their lives have changed since Rochell was released by the Raiders last year. Jordan Greene, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024 As the rapper turned 50, the newlyweds gave Entertainment Tonight the exclusive into his gold celebration in Las Vegas. Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 5 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for exclusive 
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  • But then there are the annoyances that truly seem created for the sole purpose of annoying.
    Caleb Harris, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Smith allegedly maintained sole access to one of the nonprofit’s online bank accounts, and presenting its accountant with falsified paper-only bank statements in person, prosecutors said in a criminal complaint from the time of Smith’s arrest, in early June.
    Christina Hall, Detroit Free Press, 21 Nov. 2024
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  • Former President Donald Trump will do a Fox News town hall next week focused on issues impacting women, before an all-female audience, the network said.
    Ted Johnson, Deadline, 11 Oct. 2024
  • President Joe Biden and Democrats nationally have moved swiftly to highlight the ruling, made by an all-Republican court, as evidence of Republicans overstepping on reproductive health care.
    Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 28 Feb. 2024
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  • This affordable new collection features a range of fashionable and affordable eyewear options inspired by Kittle’s dynamic and bold persona on and off the field.
    Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 4 Nov. 2024
  • It’s lined with a fuzzy wool blend that will keep your feet warm and cozy while commuting to work or window shopping in the cold, and its fluffy sheepskin detailing adds a touch of fashionable flair.
    Averi Baudler, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024
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  • Meanwhile, the Sorel Women’s Ona 503 Hikers are undeniably stylish for shoppers looking to blend fashion and function, and the 50 percent off price tag certainly doesn’t hurt.
    Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Rob’s direction is stylish; BoulderLight’s understanding of modern audiences is unmatched – and together the filmmakers are best in class.
    Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 31 Oct. 2024
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  • This feedback will help your child navigate the world, because nobody gets hours of undivided attention.
    Emily Edlynn, Parents, 1 Nov. 2024
  • Her dreams of becoming an actor faded, and the undivided attention and wallet of goofy single father Nick are exactly what she’s always wanted.
    Devon Ivie, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2024
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  • The crowd of songwriters, publishers and other industry members, all garbed in suits and elegant dresses, immediately rose to their feet, clapping and singing along to Owen’s lyrics of flowing rivers, rustic Cajun hideaways and playing baseball with chert rocks.
    Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 20 Nov. 2024
  • The vertical stitching looks clean and elegant, and is meant to prevent wrinkles.
    Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 18 Nov. 2024
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  • While the overarching trend for fall is still lowest maintenance possible, there's a bit more happening than your typical sunny blondes and balayage brunettes.
    Bella Cacciatore, Glamour, 2 Sep. 2020
  • What was once a sleepy college town next to a railroad stop is now one of the most happening cities in the state of Texas.
    Craig Hlavaty, Houston Chronicle, 5 Apr. 2018
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  • Now comes perhaps his biggest challenge yet: Taking over a San Jose Earthquakes team that finished last in the entire league and gave up the most goals (78) in MLS history.
    Harold Gutmann, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
  • Some fans threatened to boycott the entire franchise.
    Irenie Forshaw, theweek, 12 Nov. 2024

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“Exclusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exclusive. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.

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