as in only
having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability
an inimitable performer of violin solos
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Recent Examples of inimitable
Per the inimitable Nicole Kidman, movies have a unique power to provoke intense emotions, and frankly that may be all that’s separating us from the looming robots at this point.
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Emma Specter, Vogue, 9 Mar. 2025
Photo : Public domain While only about a half-dozen were made, Voisin’s streamliner made a huge impact with its inimitable French Art Deco design.
—Raphael Orlove, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2025
Lynch’s love for Los Angeles, and the inimitable, unfakeable reality of his presence around the city, gave the lie to that charge.
—Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 4 Feb. 2025
The metal shift gate and heavy clutch remind the driver that this is a Ferrari after all, as does the inimitable pitch of the engine revving to its 7,500 rpm redline.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2025
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Emma Specter, Vogue, 9 Mar. 2025
Photo : Public domain While only about a half-dozen were made, Voisin’s streamliner made a huge impact with its inimitable French Art Deco design.
—Raphael Orlove, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2025
Lynch’s love for Los Angeles, and the inimitable, unfakeable reality of his presence around the city, gave the lie to that charge.
—Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 4 Feb. 2025
The metal shift gate and heavy clutch remind the driver that this is a Ferrari after all, as does the inimitable pitch of the engine revving to its 7,500 rpm redline.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inimitable
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My past experience - that and the [1983] album [Never Kick a Sleeping Dog] with Mellencamp producing and one other one - were the only ones to reenter [the charts].—
Jim Ryan,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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The Battlestar Galactica, an ancient starship that had been decommissioned, is the only ship to survive the attack.—
Meg Walters,
Glamour,
21 Mar. 2025
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Unlike many younger trees, this tree exhibits extraordinary adaptations.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Barry has had an extraordinary coaching journey, considering his playing experiences took him no higher than League One, the English game’s third division.—
Simon Hughes,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
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Dairy milk promotes growth and recovery Dairy milk is an excellent source of high-quality protein, containing all nine essential amino acids necessary for muscle repair and growth, said Heckler.—
Erica Lamberg,
Fox News,
23 Mar. 2025
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The streamer is loaded with excellent shows of all genres, but it’s known for its large collection of sci-fi series like Severance, which had its season 2 finale on March 20, For All Mankind and Silo, among others.—
Keith Langston,
People.com,
23 Mar. 2025
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She might be played by the incomparable Ellen Pompeo in Good American Family, but Kristine Barnett is keeping a low-key profile ever since her adoption controversy.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
20 Mar. 2025
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Last year, an acclaimed and innovative documentary about the incomparable musician/producer/artist debuted at Sundance, with a 24-hour version of the film livestreaming for home audiences earlier this year.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
20 Mar. 2025
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Less Than 1% Of Brackets Remain Perfect On First Day Of Tournament Don't Overlook Humility Technical skills and strategic thinking are vital, but humility is one of the most defining traits of exceptional leaders.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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The left-back is a constant threat, capable of turning defence into attack through lightning pace and exceptional dribbling.—
Julia Ranney,
The Athletic,
20 Mar. 2025
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The result was field wash, which Smith deemed an unparalleled waste of resources, taking with it the basis of civilization and life itself.—
Ben Seal,
JSTOR Daily,
19 Mar. 2025
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His ability to captivate an audience is unparalleled, and his performances consistently demonstrate his range, control, and artistry.—
Heide Janssen,
Orange County Register,
16 Mar. 2025
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After hours inside, ogle the matchless architecture of the nearby Palace Museum, stroll the beautiful trails and soak in some glorious views, Chinese ink paintings come to life.—
Baz Dreisinger,
Forbes,
7 Dec. 2024
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Watching him in action was a privilege - his persona and skill were matchless pic.twitter.com/pcOV2GJGXK — Paul Rudnick (@PaulRudnickNY) July 18, 2024 RIP Bob Newhart.—
Jennifer Zhan,
Vulture,
19 July 2024
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What makes the company special is its seamless blend of the two founders’ unique strengths and specialties, with one complementing the other without overpowering it.—
Molly Peck,
USA TODAY,
20 Mar. 2025
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Throughout the film, these elite athletes who typically face off as opponents can be seen encouraging one another, sharing techniques, and leveraging each other’s unique strengths to elevate their individual games.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
20 Mar. 2025
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“Inimitable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inimitable. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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