as in excellent
of the very best kind
your work on this project has been of blue-ribbon quality
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as in award
something given in recognition of achievement
the Pritzker Prize is widely regarded as the ultimate blue ribbon for architectural achievement
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Saman Shafiq, USA TODAY, 19 Oct. 2024
Picture: rugged mountains, dense forests, deep canyons, mesmerizing badlands, and blue-ribbon rivers.
—Outside Online, 5 Aug. 2024
Emily Strohm, People.com, 27 Sep. 2024
Most people will imagine a good river as a blue ribbon flowing through a beautiful city, the Seine in Paris or the Danube in Budapest.
—Jeff Opperman, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2024
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The top five will now compete to take home the title of 2024 American Humane Hero Dog, which will be selected by a blue-ribbon judging panel.
—Saman Shafiq, USA TODAY, 19 Oct. 2024
Picture: rugged mountains, dense forests, deep canyons, mesmerizing badlands, and blue-ribbon rivers.
—Outside Online, 5 Aug. 2024
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In photos obtained by the Daily Mail, Del rey can be seen in a white gown with a ruffle neckline and her hair styled with a light blue ribbon.
—Emily Strohm, People.com, 27 Sep. 2024
Most people will imagine a good river as a blue ribbon flowing through a beautiful city, the Seine in Paris or the Danube in Budapest.
—Jeff Opperman, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2024
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The excellent Shailene Woodley pulls off the toughest assignment as the prophetic (or mentally ill) daughter, but Zachary Qunto, Rebecca Henderson and Christopher Sears all forge empathetic beasts.Chris Jones, New York Daily News, 13 Dec. 2024
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Develop Mobile Apps Another excellent and popular idea to build passive income is app creation.Rachel Wells, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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The wide receiver and lockdown cornerback dominated on both sides of the ball for coach Deion Sanders and the Buffaloes, joining late running back Rashaan Salaam in 1994 as the only players in school history to take home college football’s most prestigious individual award.Mike Fitzpatrick, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2024
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This becomes even more evident from the haul of awards Hunter has picked up.Thomas Schlachter, CNN, 15 Dec. 2024
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To the east of Guadalupe, the Canton de Marie-Galante is an authentic island with beautiful beaches, delightful restaurants, wildland hikes, and some really terrific rum distilleries.Kathleen Turner, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Woot’s current promo is a terrific deal considering a month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate will normally run you $19.99.Sheena Vasani, The Verge, 12 Dec. 2024
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Nobody was lucky enough to win the jackpot, but a few tickets won smaller prizes.Shelby Slade, The Arizona Republic, 21 Dec. 2024
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So, just before Christmas, Diamondbacks fans will get a tremendous prize in their stocking.Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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The residents of this wonderful city hold a special place in my heart.Melissa Noel, Essence, 16 Dec. 2024
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Watch The Small One on Disney+ Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas This short holiday special catches up with the Ice Age characters at the most wonderful time of the year … well, in theory.Sydni Ellis, People.com, 15 Dec. 2024
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Global Reputation: Recognized by European Awards in Medicine, Vera Clinic is the most preferred choice for international patients seeking premium care.William Jones, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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While some had positive stories, many relayed problems with having treatments and care denied, receiving unexpected medical bills and getting the runaround when trying to resolve the issues – all while paying high premiums and out-of-pocket costs.Tami Luhby, CNN, 12 Dec. 2024
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And of course, the accommodations are superb as well, with each of Singita Pamushana’s eight suites coming complete with their own private plunge pool.Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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The goal was superb, and against the best centre-back partnership in the EPL.Matt Woosnam, The Athletic, 19 Dec. 2024
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The win capped a remarkable debut for a new brand that won top honors as World Best Whiskey at the NYWSC for its 18 YO American Straight Whiskey.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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Deadpool & Wolverine star Ryan Reynolds has been named to receive the Order of Canada, the country’s top civil honor.Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Dec. 2024
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“Blue-ribbon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blue-ribbon. Accessed 26 Dec. 2024.
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