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having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability
the show's enduring success was a testimony to the peerless talents of its ensemble cast
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Recent Examples of peerless
Palmer’s production is peerless: his 39 direct goal involvements in the Premier League in 2024 (26 goals, 13 assists) put him level with Liverpool superstar Salah (23 goals, 16 assists) and clear of everyone else in the division.
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Liam Twomey, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
From the surprise drop of 2013’s visual album to the three-act reclamation of Black musical history that began with Renaissance, Beyoncé’s mastery of viral promotion is peerless.
—Mike Wass, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Dec. 2024
Alongside being considered by many as peerless at his craft, Jennings has won Grammys as a lead producer three times in the past five years, for two albums by Brandi Carlile and one by Tanya Tucker.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 27 Sep. 2024
One recommendation came from Vogue’s British living editor, Liam Hess, whose peerless taste in all cultural matters is a truth universally acknowledged among staff.
—Chloe Malle, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
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Liam Twomey, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
From the surprise drop of 2013’s visual album to the three-act reclamation of Black musical history that began with Renaissance, Beyoncé’s mastery of viral promotion is peerless.
—Mike Wass, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Dec. 2024
Alongside being considered by many as peerless at his craft, Jennings has won Grammys as a lead producer three times in the past five years, for two albums by Brandi Carlile and one by Tanya Tucker.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 27 Sep. 2024
One recommendation came from Vogue’s British living editor, Liam Hess, whose peerless taste in all cultural matters is a truth universally acknowledged among staff.
—Chloe Malle, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peerless
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The only fight more hostile than Elon Musk vs. the federal bureaucracy may be Elon Musk vs. Sam Altman, the CEO of ChatGPT maker OpenAI.—
Dan Primack,
Axios,
11 Feb. 2025
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Forward Chase Adams was the only player born in 2008 or younger to score nine goals during the 2024 campaign.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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With its affordable price, this coverlet is an excellent value for the quality.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2025
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Lucas Bergvall and Dejan Kulusevski are excellent at carrying the ball and driving into space.—
Jay Harris,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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Photo by Rita Harper Day 4: Fly over alligators, bite into barracuda, and hunt antiques Grab a quick (but exceptional) quiche at the hotel Columns before a 20-minute drive to the Maurepas Swamp, northwest of New Orleans.—
Jenny Adams,
AFAR Media,
11 Feb. 2025
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The forward owner’s suite is also full beam, offering up space and exceptional water views.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
11 Feb. 2025
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Drivers hover by the gates to transport you off on a moment’s notice: the spa, paddle, pickle, and tennis courts, the local waterfalls, the extraordinary hikes, the water sports, chocolate making.—
Giles Hattersley,
Vogue,
15 Feb. 2025
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The extraordinary evolution of American leadership over the past decade can be grasped from just two moments.—
Yair Rosenberg,
The Atlantic,
14 Feb. 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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Melissa McCarthy Between 2011 and 2017, Melissa McCarthy hosted SNL five times, dazzling viewers with her unparalleled skills as a sketch comedian.—
Shannon Carlin,
TIME,
15 Feb. 2025
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These Baffin boots are unparalleled for tackling arctic-level conditions.—
Jené Luciani Sena,
Fox News,
11 Feb. 2025
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“Peerless.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peerless. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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