as in excellent
of the very best kind
because of his blue-chip crew, he's won yachting's biggest prize several times
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Recent Examples of blue-chip
Anniek Bao, CNBC, 10 Oct. 2024
The benchmark South Korean blue chip Kospi index rose 2%.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 26 Sep. 2024
On the health department's final two site visits, inspectors found white paint chips nearby but no blue chips, according to DHS documents.
—Gina Lee Castro, Journal Sentinel, 1 Aug. 2024
It is backed by a roster of blue chip firms, including Israeli VC firm Cyberstarts, Index Ventures, Insight Partners and Sequoia Capital.
—Rohan Goswami, CNBC, 14 July 2024
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South Korea’s blue chip Kospi closed marginally lower at 2,596.91, while the small-cap Kosdaq inched 0.59% lower to end at 770.87.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 10 Oct. 2024
The benchmark South Korean blue chip Kospi index rose 2%.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 26 Sep. 2024
On the health department's final two site visits, inspectors found white paint chips nearby but no blue chips, according to DHS documents.
—Gina Lee Castro, Journal Sentinel, 1 Aug. 2024
It is backed by a roster of blue chip firms, including Israeli VC firm Cyberstarts, Index Ventures, Insight Partners and Sequoia Capital.
—Rohan Goswami, CNBC, 14 July 2024
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Timothée Chalamet does excellent work striking Dylan’s balance of unworldliness and humanity.Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 25 Dec. 2024
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The fight for the new Commanders stadium comes as the team is having an excellent year on the field, with a 10-5 record and appearing on track to have their first playoff appearance since 2020.Jack Birle, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 25 Dec. 2024
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The writing, pacing, and production values are top-notch, and the cast is terrific across the board.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
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Springsteen’s energy level was off the charts and his vocals were terrific.Jim Harrington, The Mercury News, 23 Dec. 2024
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Barnes, Banchero, and Embiid have missed significant time this year that will likely keep them out of the All-Star running — Siakam has been great and has production and availability markers that show his impact this year.Tony East, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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The event celebrates the lifetime achievements of America’s greatest artists: this year, that included The Grateful Dead, Bonnie Raitt, Francis Ford Coppola, Arturo Sandoval, and The Apollo Theater.Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
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In recent years, the city’s historic center has been experiencing a steady renewal, owing much of its success to committed entrepreneurs whose shops and restaurants line Tarpon Avenue.Linnea Bailey, Southern Living, 24 Dec. 2024
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Earlier this year Venom: The Last Dance concluded Hardy's trilogy, cementing it as by far Sony's biggest success.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Day 24 of the 2024 Space Telescope Advent Calendar: an energetic stellar nursery.Alan Taylor, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
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The storytelling, the characters, the stellar performances, the expert pacing all contribute to the show's success.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
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At the 8-minute mark, add an individual Hershey’s pip onto each cookie and rotate the baking sheet.Kermilia White, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2024
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Set aside 22 pips for garnish; roughly chop the remaining candy.Kermilia White, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 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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The greatest hits compilation lands on three rankings this frame, rising on two of them.Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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Every single one of the top ten box office hits of 2024 was a sequel, a remake (was Twisters a sequel or a remake?) or a prequel.Thomas Doherty, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Dec. 2024
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“Blue-chip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blue-chip. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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