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as in exemplary
constituting, serving as, or worthy of being a pattern to be imitated
classic designs in furniture that never go out of style
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
one of the really classic comedies in the history of movies
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as in distinctive
serving to identify as belonging to an individual or group
the anthropologist noted the classic facial features of the inhabitants of those islands
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as in authoritative
being the most accurate and apparently thorough
the classic study of the alienation of the individual in modern urban society
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as in model
someone of such unequaled perfection as to deserve imitation
among women who have devoted themselves to a life of scientific inquiry, Marie Curie is one of the acknowledged classics
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as in masterpiece
something (as a work of art) that is a great achievement and often its creator's greatest achievement
the works of Michelangelo are regarded as classics of the sculptor's art
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as in ideal
the most perfect type or example
his journey of discovery was a classic of arduous effort and fierce determination
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Recent Examples of classic
Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 26 May 2026
Glaser arrived at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Monday for the event wearing a pair of classic heels.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 27 May 2026
The book for discussion this week will be James Boswell’s [The] Life of Samuel Johnson, a classic of English biography and English literature.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 27 May 2026
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Adjective
As executive chef of The Guest House, Miller blends classic flavors with regional influence, and recently opened the newest location of the restaurant in Scottsdale, Arizona, after first bringing the menu to Las Vegas, New York City and Austin, Texas.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 26 May 2026
Glaser arrived at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Monday for the event wearing a pair of classic heels.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
Noun
Seedlip is ideal for non-alcoholic spritzes, palomas, cosmopolitans and similar classics.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 27 May 2026
The book for discussion this week will be James Boswell’s [The] Life of Samuel Johnson, a classic of English biography and English literature.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 27 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for classic
Adjective
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The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the nation's highest civilian honor and recognizes individuals who have made exemplary contributions to the United States and the world.—
Logan Hall,
CBS News,
23 May 2026
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Or at least that few face in an exemplary way.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
16 May 2026
Adjective
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Seb Stafford-Bloor’s excellent Transfer Tiers series is moving on to central defenders today.—
Phil Hay,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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The right-shot defenseman has had an excellent tournament for Finland, who advanced to the semifinals with a win over Czechia.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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The Spa Earlier in 2025, the hotel unveiled its new spa in partnership with the House of Guerlain, which brings its distinctive treatments to a select few of the world’s most luxurious hotels, including Rosewood Hong Kong and The OWO in London.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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My Girandole earring best defines my aesthetic right now, subtly reimagining a Baroque Venetian motif through distinctive palettes of gemstones, diamonds and pearls to create pieces that feel personal, painterly and deeply material-driven rather than merely referential.—
Thomas Waller,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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For anything involving legal citations or regulatory references, every single citation must be independently verified against authoritative sources before submission.—
Gloria Domingos,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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Traditionally written as letters to Catholic bishops and the wider church, encyclicals offer authoritative guidance on major moral, social, or political questions and often shape Catholic thought for generations, even influencing debates that reach far beyond the Vatican.—
Nandika Chatterjee,
Time,
26 May 2026
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Managers will typically be responsible for implementing quantum-AI resilient system architectures, ensuring continuous validation and model monitoring, and establishing responsible, zero-trust security practices.—
Ingrid Vasiliu Feltes,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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Amid the current cord-cutting era and shift in the future of media, these creatives share why working outside the traditional television model is right for each of them.—
Randee Dawn,
Variety,
26 May 2026
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In addition to the aforementioned rankings, where Off the Wall sits higher than ever before, Jackson's masterpiece also leaps up both the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart and the Billboard 200.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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Hart couldn’t capitalize early, so Brown handed the keys back to Jalen Brunson, who responded with a 38-point masterpiece.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
23 May 2026
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But Ree Drummond’s comfortable and refined style extends far beyond homemaking to her QVC fashion line, which is filled with practical pieces ideal for curating your summer wardrobe.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
24 May 2026
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From politics to influencers and beyond, the hormone is being used not just for medical reasons but in pursuit of a new masculine ideal.—
Azeen Ghorayshi Azeen Ghorayshi Avraham Z. Cooper M.H. Miller Sam Anderson Lulu Garcia-Navarro Nitsuh Abebe Kwame Anthony Appiah John Hodgman,
New York Times,
24 May 2026
Adjective
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Airy linen is one of the season's quintessential fabrics, offering a cool and moisture-wicking alternative to heavier materials.—
Tanya Sharma,
PEOPLE,
25 May 2026
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There’s also Madonna Inn, a quintessential California property open in some capacity since 1958.—
Chelsee Lowe,
Travel + Leisure,
25 May 2026
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“Classic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classic. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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