as in only
having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability her performance in the Olympics was an unexampled display of athletic prowess

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Recent Examples of unexampled The United States commenced their existence under circumstances wholly novel and unexampled in the history of nations. Liz Tracey, JSTOR Daily, 19 Apr. 2024 The telecom firms supported Pai’s initiative with a campaign of unexampled dishonesty. Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2023 The Progressives pushed for the Seventeenth Amendment, providing for the popular election of senators, at a moment of unexampled corruption in the chamber. Chris Lehmann, The New Republic, 10 Feb. 2022 The episode is breathtaking in its audacity and poetry, an unexampled work of pure special-effects ballet. Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 24 Jan. 2022 These were posts, by the way, in which Kelly showed no compunction about advancing immigration policies of unexampled cruelty. Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2020 In the broadest terms, what’s at issue are the strategy and tactics of organized labor at a time when unions are reckoning with a long slide in their membership and facing unexampled hostility from the federal government and many state governments. Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2019 But a war in which most of the enemy is considered beyond any possible surrender or political solution, and must be killed to the last man, is an extraordinary thing, unexampled in American history since the Indian Wars. Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 20 Oct. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unexampled
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  • The only other running backs to win it this century were USC’s Reggie Bush in 2005 and Alabama’s Mark Ingram in 2009.
    Ralph D. Russo, The Athletic, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Monday's videos appeared to be the only content that was uploaded by the account in its roughy 11-month existence.
    Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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  • Surveillance footage captured fireballs hitting the ground with extraordinary speed.
    Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
  • These extraordinary characterizations complicate love over mere pity.
    Armond White, National Review, 11 Dec. 2024
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  • So those things are most challenging to teach: getting off the ball, range, making exceptional plays, his pre-pitch timing.
    Fabian Ardaya, The Athletic, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The hotel’s exceptional attention to detail in indigenous design and tailored service, along with its commitment to sustainability and the preservation of the local ecosystem, adds an enriching layer to your stay.
    Joe Niehaus, Travel + Leisure, 9 Dec. 2024
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  • By taking steps in each of these areas, manufacturers can begin to build smart factories that deliver unparalleled advantages in productivity, quality control and sustainability.
    Georg Beyschlag, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Within this proprietary creation, the company grants small businesses unparalleled flexibility and transparency.
    Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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  • The excellent Shailene Woodley pulls off the toughest assignment as the prophetic (or mentally ill) daughter, but Zachary Qunto, Rebecca Henderson and Christopher Sears all forge empathetic beasts.
    Chris Jones, New York Daily News, 13 Dec. 2024
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    Rachel Wells, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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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
  • 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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  • These developments highlight a system under immense strain, where structural funding gaps and political decisions have compounded the financial and operational challenges of universities.
    Benjamin Laker, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
  • Despite the immense cost and casualties of Putin’s war in Ukraine, his grip on his country remains firm, Vega comments.
    Peter Bart, Deadline, 1 Dec. 2024
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  • The Notebooks of Sonny Rollins Take an unequaled glimpse into the mind and workshop of a musical titan, as well as a wealth of insight and inspiration to readers.
    Kayla Randall, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Dec. 2024
  • Not only is her vocal ability unequaled, but the impact of her voice brings a new meaning to our cause and will help people all over the globe.
    Chris Barilla, Peoplemag, 2 Aug. 2024

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“Unexampled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unexampled. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.

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