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as in models
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 masterpieces
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 ideals
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 classics
The company is also offering its Polish classics on a stand at the Sahlen Field in Buffalo, New York, redefining the conventional perception of stadium bites with mouth-watering and nutritious dumplings, like pierogi and uszka.
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Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
The lineup includes classics like the Home Alone films, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, the Santa Clause movies, Miracle on 34th Street and multiple versions of The Grinch.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
Lovingly handcrafted in small batches by a team of mostly 1st-generation Eastern Europeans, every package contains wholesome, made-from-scratch Polish classics that taste like a slice of home away from home.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
Advertisement At the heart of the lounge is a brasserie-style dining area with a broad variety of tasty French classics from Monkfish Provençale to salad Nicoise and fresh breads and cheeses.
—Chris Dong, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Aba is offering some of their classics to turn up the heat.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American-Statesman, 10 Dec. 2024
The High Stream Loop earrings, by Fernando Jorge These classics from the Brazilian designer get a seasonal, all-diamond update, as mixed cuts bring the movement and grace of these sensual loops to life.
—Kate Matthams, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
The menu will include brasserie classics like moules frites, escargots, charcuterie, seafood and other traditional French dishes.
—Jessica Rodriguez, Journal Sentinel, 10 Dec. 2024
The eight celebrities and their partners will be divided into two teams of eight, competing against each other in an exciting showdown to the tune of two Disney classics.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
The lineup includes classics like the Home Alone films, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, the Santa Clause movies, Miracle on 34th Street and multiple versions of The Grinch.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
Lovingly handcrafted in small batches by a team of mostly 1st-generation Eastern Europeans, every package contains wholesome, made-from-scratch Polish classics that taste like a slice of home away from home.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
Advertisement At the heart of the lounge is a brasserie-style dining area with a broad variety of tasty French classics from Monkfish Provençale to salad Nicoise and fresh breads and cheeses.
—Chris Dong, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Aba is offering some of their classics to turn up the heat.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American-Statesman, 10 Dec. 2024
The High Stream Loop earrings, by Fernando Jorge These classics from the Brazilian designer get a seasonal, all-diamond update, as mixed cuts bring the movement and grace of these sensual loops to life.
—Kate Matthams, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
The menu will include brasserie classics like moules frites, escargots, charcuterie, seafood and other traditional French dishes.
—Jessica Rodriguez, Journal Sentinel, 10 Dec. 2024
The eight celebrities and their partners will be divided into two teams of eight, competing against each other in an exciting showdown to the tune of two Disney classics.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for classics
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Gape at artistic masterpieces at the Museo e Bosco Reale di Capodimonte.Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 8 Dec. 2024
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The charming castle-like museum is a treasure trove of masterpieces that never fails to captivate me.Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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Deep learning and artificial intelligence continue to push our ideas of what’s possible, and expand the capabilities of digital systems housed on electronic hardware.John Werner, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Consuming ideas alone doesn’t produce growth.Shay Levister, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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But the kinks were worked out on set, with digital 3D production also introduced in its early incarnations.Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Dec. 2024
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The cinema has undergone several incarnations since it was built by brothers Jimmy and Johnny Houlihan and opened in 1919.Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 22 Nov. 2024
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Those recent examples include the deals headlined by Paul Goldschmidt, Francisco Lindor and Mookie Betts.Sahadev Sharma, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
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Whether this powertrain or performance level is enough to wow buyers accustomed to cars of similar acceleration is an open question, but also, perhaps, an academic one; Ferrari says all 799 examples have already been spoken for, even at an asking price of just shy of $4 million a pop.Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
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Since these factors and their varied combinations are specific to each individual, a one-of-a-kind developmental path is created, along with unique manifestations of any condition or disorder that may affect them.Sharief Taraman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Anyone with a penchant for antiquity in all its manifestations is bound to face similar dilemmas.Camille Freestone, Architectural Digest, 29 Nov. 2024
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At that time, these major card brands shifted from maintaining their own security standards to creating what would become the PCI Security Standards Council (SSC).Rui Ribeiro, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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This flexibility ensures that institutions can enforce security standards without compromising on usability.Lior Lamesh, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Classics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classics. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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