as in beauty
something very good of its kind
the comedian's last routine was a real ripper, leaving the audience in those proverbial stitches
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Recent Examples of ripper
The coat also has a mid-calf length, a button-up front and two spacious pockets that will be stitched closed upon arrival (they can be gently opened with a seam ripper or small scissor).
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Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 11 Jan. 2024
Some North Jersey legends specialize in the ultimate version: rippers.
—J. J. Goode, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2023
Additionally, the machine comes with a few accessories to help beginners like extra bobbins, four presser feet, needles, a seam ripper, and a helpful instruction manual.
—Brandi Fuller, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2023
The island’s Crystal Pier is the hot spot for up-and-coming local rippers and visitors alike, and the rock jetty at Masonboro Inlet can offer long right-handers for experienced surfers.
—Outside Online, 6 Feb. 2023
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Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 11 Jan. 2024
Some North Jersey legends specialize in the ultimate version: rippers.
—J. J. Goode, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2023
Additionally, the machine comes with a few accessories to help beginners like extra bobbins, four presser feet, needles, a seam ripper, and a helpful instruction manual.
—Brandi Fuller, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2023
The island’s Crystal Pier is the hot spot for up-and-coming local rippers and visitors alike, and the rock jetty at Masonboro Inlet can offer long right-handers for experienced surfers.
—Outside Online, 6 Feb. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ripper
Noun
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Ulta is the largest beauty retailer in the U.S., and this is considered the biggest exclusive hair launch in its history.—
Caché McClay,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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Trending Video How Central Park Was Created Entirely By Design and Not By Nature St. Barts is not the easiest place to get to—but the beauty is worth the schlep.—
Rachel Fletcher,
Architectural Digest,
20 Feb. 2025
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By Michael Cuby February 26, 2025 The Tanner Fletcher studio is an antique collector’s dream.—
Michael Cuby,
Them,
26 Feb. 2025
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Winning a World Series is every player's dream, but nobody will shy away from winning an MVP or Cy Young.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
Newsweek,
26 Feb. 2025
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All hues look fabulous in photos and the long-wearing, crease-proof claims are true, too—these beauts simply do not budge.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
28 Jan. 2025
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Kitsch makes some of our favorites, and this gold beaut is a 2023 Best of Beauty winner.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
17 Sep. 2024
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Julia Roberts is the divine ripsnorter of weeping.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2022
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Will relish manager Brendan Rodgers style of play, and could have another ripsnorter of a campaign.—
SI.com,
SI.com,
6 July 2019
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Styled by Max Ortega September 3, 2024 HIGH AND MIGHTY Understatement has its merits, but so too does a bolt of pure whimsy—just ask model Abby Champion (near right) and her corker of a Stefan Cooke hat; stefancooke.co.uk.—
Sean Thomas,
Vogue,
3 Sep. 2024
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Understatement has its merits, but so too does a bolt of pure whimsy—just ask model Abby Champion (near right) and her corker of a Stefan Cooke hat; stefancooke.co.uk.—
Sean Thomas,
Vogue,
3 Sep. 2024
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Liverpool’s prize for topping the league-phase table is a humdinger of a showdown with French giants Paris Saint-Germain.—
James McNicholas,
The Athletic,
21 Feb. 2025
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On Monday night, the writers presented me with a real humdinger of a stupid thing to make famous people do: putting something in their mouths that was either sweet, savory, or a piece of paper.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
13 Sep. 2024
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But Salonga proves that less is indeed more when backed by trust in the material and guided by the artistic precision of a naturally gifted wonder.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2025
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The Last Ranger, making one wonder: Do Academy voters need the theme of every movie spelled out for them in bold typeface?—
Jordan Mintzer,
The Hollywood Reporter,
13 Feb. 2025
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The latest entry, a visual marvel, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is nominated for best VFX at the 97th Academy Awards.—
Richard Newby,
The Hollywood Reporter,
10 Feb. 2025
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Helly changes back in an underwater transition moment that’s simply a marvel to see.—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Ripper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ripper. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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