as in excellent
of the very best kind
wanted a first-rate bike and not the cheap model she had been using
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Recent Examples of first-rate
Ingrained, by Callum Robinson A Scottish writer and fine-furniture craftsman notches a first-rate memoir about understanding his master woodworker father, running a business, and – at the edge of financial disaster – reorienting himself to nature, beauty, and objects that last.
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Staff, The Christian Science Monitor, 6 Jan. 2025
Hendersonville also has a first-rate downtown with museums, shops, and restaurants to enliven a weekend trip.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2025
Taurasi represents the soul of Irpinia in Campania, and Naturalis Historia from the 2016 vintage is outstanding; as with any first-rate Taurasi, time will yield a superior wine; this should be at its best in another 18-25 years.
—Tom Hyland, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
This City on California’s Central Coast Is Known as the American Riviera
Downtown has first-rate shopping, too.
—Sheila Yasmin Marikar, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
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Staff, The Christian Science Monitor, 6 Jan. 2025
Hendersonville also has a first-rate downtown with museums, shops, and restaurants to enliven a weekend trip.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2025
Taurasi represents the soul of Irpinia in Campania, and Naturalis Historia from the 2016 vintage is outstanding; as with any first-rate Taurasi, time will yield a superior wine; this should be at its best in another 18-25 years.
—Tom Hyland, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
This City on California’s Central Coast Is Known as the American Riviera
Downtown has first-rate shopping, too.
—Sheila Yasmin Marikar, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for first-rate
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With excellent lift access, 12 lifts provide visitors with access to 244 skiable acres.Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 12 Jan. 2025
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Now is an excellent moment to be brave and explore new projects, people and plans.Kyle Thomas, People.com, 12 Jan. 2025
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Houston’s defense was terrific Saturday, with four interceptions of Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert and four sacks.Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 13 Jan. 2025
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Green Bay will now need a terrific offseason to challenge the conference’s top teams.Rob Reischel, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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These true wireless earbuds deliver truly satisfying audio with a superb sense of rhythm and a fulsome bass thanks to the use of magnetic fluid driver technology.Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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And one that, after years of a revolving door at quarterback, seems to have landed on a superb one in rookie Bo Nix.Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 6 Jan. 2025
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At 6-2, 202 pounds, Will Johnson has excellent size and length for a cornerback and would be a wonderful complement to Gardner.Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 15 Jan. 2025
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The property’s prime location is also close to the launch sites of the area’s famed hot air balloon rides, which are a wonderful way to take in the spectacular views of the otherworldly land formations.Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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Finance chief Amy Hood said in October that revenue growth from Microsoft’s Azure cloud will speed up in the first half of this year because of greater AI infrastructure capacity.Jordan Novet, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2025
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Trump sides with Elon Musk on H-1B visas following criticism: 'A great program' 'Fox & Friends' co-hosts weigh in on the debate over H-1B visas, which allow U.S. companies to hire foreign workers for specialty jobs, after Elon Musk and President-elect Trump expressed support for the program.Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 8 Jan. 2025
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They are joined by a fantastic supporting ensemble made up of Will Sharpe, Daniel Oreskes, Liza Sadovy, Kurt Egyiawan, Jennifer Grey, and Ellora Torchia.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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With such a fantastic lineup, MTS Records is ready to wrap up 2024 with a bang and usher in the new year with even more excitement!SPIN Contributor, SPIN, 7 Jan. 2025
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December Issue Celebrities Jennie Reveals How Cold-Plunging Loosens Up Her Muscles and Opens Up Her Mind A mix of lavender, pink, green, and orange in a watercolor wash effect just makes for a lovely nail Valentine’s Day nail look.Audrey Noble, Vogue, 10 Jan. 2025
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There’s a lovely bouquet upon sniffing, followed by a fine, long spreading of flavors on the palate and good herbal qualities.John Mariani, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Meanwhile, the French gourmet guides recently released their first Mexico restaurant reviews — including two eateries that earned double stars and 16 tasty enough for a single stellar badge.Joe Yogerst, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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Voted Iceland’s leading travel agency seven times in a row at the prestigious World Travel Awards, Guide to Iceland has built a stellar reputation for quality, innovation, and a unique customer experience.Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025
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“First-rate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/first-rate. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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