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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Adjective
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The no-cook meal combines a few of our favorite things—classic protein salads, fresh produce, and a few pickled components—into one treasured tradition that can instantly turn a miserably hot day into a cause for celebration.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
3 May 2025 -
Additionally, McDonald's $5 Meal Deal offers a variety of classic meals.—
Jonathan Limehouse,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
Adjective
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Yes, Owens deserves our praise for not only an exemplary career in journalism, but for his principled stance against the Trump administration’s attack on First Amendment rights.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
2 May 2025
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In just two days, the Pacers went from their lowest point in the series to playing an exemplary 48-minute game.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The road is known for its 620 curves, 59 bridges, and quintessential Hawaiian vistas.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
2 May 2025
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Furthermore, the Matteau x Moda Operandi collection was designed to be easily packable and travel-friendly, as seen through new takes on the brand’s quintessential, breezy silhouettes in summery hues.—
Emily Mercer,
Footwear News,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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Another loose thread the writers had toyed with for years before weaving it into the final season was a romantic storyline for paterfamilias Eli (John Goodman) in a definitive act of moving on.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
5 May 2025
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Crypto Confidential: Forbes' definitive guide to crypto and blockchain, delivered to your inbox every Saturday.—
Azeem Khan,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
Adjective
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The crisper or deli drawer is perfect for this purpose, maintaining a more stable temperature than in other parts of the fridge.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
9 May 2025
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This novel is perfect for the readers who crave intense excitement through science-fiction, this immersive world will keep the readers hooked to the very last page.—
Sixteen Ramos,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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At a minimum, professionals are looking for dependable inventory, top-quality and professional-grade equipment, effortless trade-ins, excellent customer service and reliable and fast repairs.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
30 Apr. 2025
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He’s been excellent in dealing with traffic, as the Golden Knights put more bodies in front of him on Tuesday than pretty much the first four games.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The risk assessment seeks to conclude whether the brothers — who for decades have been model prisoners who have focused on helping other inmates heal trauma— now pose an unreasonable risk to public safety if they are released.—
Kevin Dolak,
The Hollywood Reporter,
10 Mar. 2025
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The addition of comprehensive model evaluation tools and multi-model inference capabilities positions Bedrock as a mature platform for enterprise AI initiatives.—
Janakiram MSV,
Forbes,
16 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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My recommendations are not an attempt to promote specific investment behavior or trading advice, but to guide and inform readers about popular and unique cards that are celebrated by the sports card community.—
Tyler Holzhammer,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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Beaches were evaluated across eight criteria, including unique characteristics, wildlife, natural soundtrack, ease of water entry, and lack of overcrowding.—
Passport by ForbesLife,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025
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“Paradigmatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paradigmatic. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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