nonesuch

noun

ˈnən-ˌsəch How to pronounce nonesuch (audio)
Definition of nonesuchnext
as in model
someone of such unequaled perfection as to deserve imitation in medieval legend Sir Galahad is the nonesuch of the noble knight with a pure and unselfish heart

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  1. model
  2. idea
  3. example
  4. incarnation
  5. paragon
  6. ideal
Noun
  • The era of political persecution by the U.S. justice system is over, which will bring some major changes to the business models of many Beltway law firms.
    Michael Glassner and John Pence, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
  • When the company launched in Thailand, its distributor offered steep discounts on several models, bringing the cheapest models below $25,000.
    Stephanie Yang, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of model
Noun
  • Instead, school libraries have long served as vehicles to expose students to a broad array of ideas from authors who express unique, personal points of view.
    Jim Saunders, Orlando Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Without advice from the United States and its allies, Kyiv has produced unrealistic ideas on ending the war—such as Zelensky’s victory plan announced this fall.
    Samuel Charap, Foreign Affairs, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of idea
Noun
  • Romance novels continue to be high sellers with a cross-genre appeal: One of the most popular and bestselling series in the fantasy genre, for example, is A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas.
    Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
  • For example: At a demo held in November at Opportunity Community Ability, an Orlando company that provides vocational training and other supports to people with autism, some of the participants had trouble using the tools.
    Michael Cuglietta, Orlando Sentinel, 26 Dec. 2024
Definition of example
Noun
  • The series of today bears little resemblance to its early incarnations.
    Jessica Winter, The New Yorker, 16 Dec. 2024
  • The result was a company where the first incarnation died, but a group found a way to start anew, revitalized, and refocused on its mission.
    Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of incarnation
Noun
  • Jo Malone London, $250 A paragon of elegance, Jo Malone London keeps that standard while bringing a festive element to its Gingerbread Land Home Candle Trio.
    Emma Sandler, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
  • Ever since her impossibly chic wedding in the south of France in spring 2023, Sofia Richie Grainge has become something of a paragon of elegant, classic style.
    Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 25 Oct. 2024
Definition of paragon
Noun
  • There’s a lake-style pool and an on-site water park ideal for younger guests, and a spa for grownups in search of a little me time.
    Beth Luberecki, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The Snap Phone Case, Snap-on Wallet, and Laptop Carry Sleeve are just a few of the products ideal for anyone looking to balance form and function, and perfect holiday gifts for the creative in your life.
    Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of ideal
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