as in only
having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability
an antique vase of unparalleled beauty
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Recent Examples of unparalleled
Indeed, private capital investment surged at an annual rate of 24.4 percent, as American companies rushed to import capital goods in advance of tariff increases; first-quarter U.S. imports of goods exploded at an unparalleled annual rate of 53.3 percent.
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Jonathan Haskel, Foreign Affairs, 10 June 2025
The Edmonton Oilers superstar is arguably the best player in the league, his combination of speed, stick-handling, vision and anticipation essentially unparalleled.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 9 June 2025
His synergy with LaMelo is unparalleled, allowing the duo to make plays that captivate the Spectrum Center crowds.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 4 June 2025
What Universal, Disney guests should know when visiting Orlando
What are the benefits of staying at the Universal Helios Grand Hotel?
Aside from its unparalleled proximity to Epic Universe and exclusive park entrance, Helios Grand is a beautiful hotel.
—Eve Chen, USA Today, 3 June 2025
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Jonathan Haskel, Foreign Affairs, 10 June 2025
The Edmonton Oilers superstar is arguably the best player in the league, his combination of speed, stick-handling, vision and anticipation essentially unparalleled.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 9 June 2025
His synergy with LaMelo is unparalleled, allowing the duo to make plays that captivate the Spectrum Center crowds.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 4 June 2025
What Universal, Disney guests should know when visiting Orlando
What are the benefits of staying at the Universal Helios Grand Hotel?
Aside from its unparalleled proximity to Epic Universe and exclusive park entrance, Helios Grand is a beautiful hotel.
—Eve Chen, USA Today, 3 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unparalleled
Adjective
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These are the only vaccines that still use the preservative today.—
Tara Haelle,
Scientific American,
25 June 2025
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The Teamsters aren’t the only union occupied with emerging technologies’ impact on the future of work.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
25 June 2025
Adjective
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This extraordinary high-altitude migration highlights the their unique physiological adaptations, offering valuable insight into how animals can evolve to overcome extreme environmental challenges.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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But Madigan’s extraordinary four days of testimony, in the end, weren’t enough.—
Ray Long,
Chicago Tribune,
15 June 2025
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On the pitching side, Tampa Bay’s greatest advantage has been exceptional durability.—
Daniel R. Epstein,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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Danny Boyle is a director known for his exceptional use of music to score key — and now iconic — scenes in his films.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
25 June 2025
Adjective
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But that year does look a little anomalous on his career ledger, with more of an 80-point baseline (which, of course, is still excellent).—
Max Bultman,
New York Times,
17 June 2025
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With continued success from not only Tucker, but the entire Cubs lineup as a whole, Chicago has an excellent chance of making a deep postseason run toward the World Series.—
Andrew Wright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 June 2025
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Tucked inside the historic Crown Building, Aman New York delivers an unrivaled sanctuary that redefines luxury in the concrete jungle since opening its doors in August 2022.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
18 June 2025
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When the first tapas course is served around 9 p.m. Madrid’s unrivaled nightlife scene doesn’t show signs of slowing until the sun begins to rise.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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The American economy still has unmatched capacity for resilience and growth.—
REBECCA LISSNER,
Foreign Affairs,
24 June 2025
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As a result, many top U.S. graduates go unmatched each year due to the shortage.—
Robert Pearl,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
Adjective
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The farcical energy that Ralph Fiennes brings to The Grand Budapest Hotel is unequaled in the Wes Anderson filmography.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
12 June 2025
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While rafting trips in the winter months offer an unequaled experience, the prime summer trips provide a sure shot of adrenaline through moderate Class II rapids.—
Outside Online,
Outside Online,
19 May 2025
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Besides unsurpassed fishing, the resort provides access to more than 30 world-class diving and snorkeling sites, thanks to its primo location a stone’s throw from the 62-mile Great Astrolabe Reef, the fourth largest barrier reef in the world.—
Alexandra Kirkman,
Robb Report,
29 May 2025
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None of this is to mention the huge innovations at the University of Utah, a place where aspirations for unsurpassed societal impact drive the entire campus.—
The Sorenson Impact Institute,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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“Unparalleled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unparalleled. Accessed 29 Jun. 2025.
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