as in excellent
of the very best kind
a first-class production of a classic American musical
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Recent Examples of first-class
What this week’s visit did for NASCAR was give four of its top drivers a chance to experience the culture of Mexico City, witness the first-class promotional efforts of OCESA and see firsthand the excitement locals have for the top motorsports series in the United States.
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Jenna Fryer, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2025
The pandemic marked a major shift in the private aviation industry: A whole new customer base—fliers who may have flown business or first-class before—crossed over and entered into the luxurious and exclusive world of private jets.
—Nicole Trilivas, Travel + Leisure, 25 Feb. 2025
These planes are smaller, carrying roughly eighty people, and, as a Reuters analysis pointed out, the cost per person can be more than five times that of a first-class ticket on a commercial airline.
—Jonathan Blitzer, The New Yorker, 23 Feb. 2025
These pieces offer a glimpse into the luxurious experience of first-class passengers.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
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Jenna Fryer, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2025
The pandemic marked a major shift in the private aviation industry: A whole new customer base—fliers who may have flown business or first-class before—crossed over and entered into the luxurious and exclusive world of private jets.
—Nicole Trilivas, Travel + Leisure, 25 Feb. 2025
These planes are smaller, carrying roughly eighty people, and, as a Reuters analysis pointed out, the cost per person can be more than five times that of a first-class ticket on a commercial airline.
—Jonathan Blitzer, The New Yorker, 23 Feb. 2025
These pieces offer a glimpse into the luxurious experience of first-class passengers.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for first-class
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More Deebo Samuel news: 49ers Send Star WR Deebo Samuel to Commanders in Blockbuster Trade Samuel will take his talents to the nation's capital and look to take the Commanders to the next level after an excellent year for the young Washington team.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Mar. 2025
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Alabama got 24 points from Mark Sears and had excellent defensive stretches but couldn’t finish.—
Joe Rexrode,
The Athletic,
2 Mar. 2025
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So actually, the story can be looked at as a celebration of the fact that your disability can just be one wonderful part of you.—
Esme Mazzeo,
Vulture,
4 Mar. 2025
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And now my wonderful desk light is starting to flicker.—
Inga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Mar. 2025
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Just look at the terrific films and stars left standing, shut out.—
Tom Gliatto,
People.com,
2 Mar. 2025
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And Kieran Culkin is the highlight of the piece, absolutely terrific in a mercurial and emotional role, and the Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild winner is the clear favorite to win best supporting actor.—
Brian Truitt,
USA TODAY,
1 Mar. 2025
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Viticulture here is organic, the wines themselves offer superb structure and typicity.—
Tom Hyland,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Mary Elizabeth Williams, a soprano with a strong lower extension, was mesmerizing in the title role, her superb diction giving emotional edge to a sometimes wooden text.—
Alex Ross,
The New Yorker,
24 Feb. 2025
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Neither of them were the person who issued the bounty, which came from Alexis Ohanian, the co-founder of Reddit, husband of all-time tennis great Serena Williams and a lifelong Commanders fan, less than a week before Carrion pulled the card.—
Larry Holder,
The Athletic,
25 Feb. 2025
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There’s such a great playfulness and a balance between the two of them.—
Vlada Gelman,
TVLine,
25 Feb. 2025
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Within its pages is a lovely story of the neverending struggle between security and new technology that provides a useful backdrop to current events: in particular, the Chinese hacking of the American telecommunications infrastructure.—
David G.W. Birch,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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The set features a lovely pattern of yellow and teal flowers with deep sage green leaves and detailing around the edge.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2025
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While some critics find Brutalism’s heavy look and utilitarian use of materials like concrete, brick and glass harsh – even ugly – there is a beautiful intent behind them.—
Michael Allen,
The Conversation,
27 Feb. 2025
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Misconceptions are spreading almost as fast as the excitement for what is a really simple, beautiful event.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Sogno Toscano has a quaint atmosphere, fantastic brunch, and the coffee is some of the best in the city.—
Shivani Vora,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Monster mash Monster Hunter Wilds‘ selection of critters is among the series’ best, with fantastic variety even in early, low-rank hunts.—
Josh Broadwell,
Rolling Stone,
24 Feb. 2025
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“First-class.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/first-class. Accessed 8 Mar. 2025.
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