as in classic
constituting, serving as, or worthy of being a pattern to be imitated
a paradigmatic essay in which the writer presents his point of view clearly and engagingly
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That leads us to Brent Seabrook and his 1,114 games, a classic example of the dependable, hard-nosed blueliner archetype that will show up often on this list.—
Sean McIndoe,
The Athletic,
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Chris and Hana offer Mara two approaches, one focused on classic freezer meals like lasagnas, and one focused on soups like Mara’s favorite comfort food, avgolemono.—
Bon Appétit,
Bon Appétit,
15 Jan. 2025
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Offensively, several players have soared in Butler’s absence: ▪ Herro, who has been exemplary all season, has scored 26, 14, 23 and 32 in the four games on this road trip, with 18 three-pointers and 17 assists.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
12 Jan. 2025
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In March 2023, Seven Talents sued Neugebauer alleging fraud on the $11 MM of startup capital plus breaches of fiduciary duty, unjust enrichment, exemplary damages and self-dealing to run the business into the ground and steal the assets.—
Ann Rutledge,
Forbes,
11 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The quintessential one is Verbier, also known as the Four Vallées.—
Lea Lane,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
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As the two women conjure new and increasingly outrageous plans to get $1,500 by the end of the day, and to help Dreux ace her interview for a job promotion, their story morphs into a quintessential American tale of surviving under capitalism.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
15 Jan. 2025
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Given that on landing its rotors broke off, that's a pretty definitive conclusion.—
David Szondy,
New Atlas,
18 Jan. 2025
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Crypto Confidential: Forbes' definitive guide to crypto and blockchain, delivered to your inbox every Saturday.—
Boaz Sobrado,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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Everything about Rae’s 2024 has definitely felt like perfect timing.—
Brittany Spanos,
Rolling Stone,
21 Jan. 2025
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Demi Moore, after her perfect performance at the Globes, should take the win.—
Anne Thompson,
IndieWire,
21 Jan. 2025
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Just what is an excellent choice to protect your Mac?—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
24 Jan. 2025
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Both teams are excellent at converting third downs.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
24 Jan. 2025
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In October, Los Angeles County’s top prosecutor said the brothers had been model prisoners and recommended that they be resentenced to 50 years to life in prison.—
Tim Stelloh,
NBC News,
9 Nov. 2024
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Rather than only considering any one number in isolation to assess a model and determine whether and how to deploy it, your team must work with visuals like a savings or profit curve that convey the complete range of model-deployment options.—
Eric Siegel,
Forbes,
30 Sep. 2024
Adjective
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This unique, unchecked power was meant to be used sparingly, as a last resort to correct injustices in the system.—
Ron Faucheux,
Orlando Sentinel,
19 Jan. 2025
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Brokers are also finding unique ways to increase inventory.—
Hadley Meares,
The Hollywood Reporter,
19 Jan. 2025
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