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having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability an antique vase of unparalleled beauty

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Recent Examples of unparalleled With six goals and 16 points in 35 games, the 33-year-old's defensive impact and role in the bottom six are unparalleled, filling a void that was missing in the Kraken's makeup. Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 1 Feb. 2025 Spanning decades and continents, the collection highlights Vogue’s unique ability to lead conversations about sustainability while showcasing the breathtaking beauty of the natural environment through its unparalleled creative lens. Daniel Rodríguez Gordillo, Vogue, 29 Jan. 2025 Preferred format Vinyl is unparalleled as a listening experience, IMHO. Liza Lentini, SPIN, 24 Jan. 2025 Visiting is an unforgettable and unparalleled experience. Destiny Haggett, New York Daily News, 3 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for unparalleled 
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Adjective
  • The only real drawback to me is the idea of replacing and mailing in the cartridges.
    Wilder Davies, Bon Appétit, 11 Feb. 2025
  • 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
Adjective
  • 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
  • This extraordinary event serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of wildlife encounters and the importance of maintaining respect and caution when exploring habitats shared with such magnificent creatures.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • The forward owner’s suite is also full beam, offering up space and exceptional water views.
    Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 11 Feb. 2025
  • 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
Adjective
  • With its affordable price, this coverlet is an excellent value for the quality.
    Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2025
  • Lucas Bergvall and Dejan Kulusevski are excellent at carrying the ball and driving into space.
    Jay Harris, The Athletic, 17 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • What To Know De Beers, the South African mining giant which until recently held almost unrivaled influence over the global diamond trade, is reportedly sitting on $2 billion worth of unsold inventory, The Financial Times reported in December, its largest stockpile since the 2008 financial crisis.
    Barbara A. Perry, Newsweek, 27 Jan. 2025
  • That is a staggering achievement — and one that remains unrivaled in cinema (though Linklater will try to replicate it with his film adaptation of Merrily We Roll Along).
    Brian Smolensky and James Mercadante, EW.com, 27 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • The energy was unmatched, and even though the Big Apple was straight up freezing cold, that didn’t stop the fashion girlies from stepping out in their most head-turning fits.
    Stixx Mathews, Essence, 9 Feb. 2025
  • As the only head coach in NFL history to be the all-time winningest coach for two different teams (Philadelphia and Kansas City), Reid's ability to transform struggling organizations into perennial winners is unmatched.
    Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 8 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Of course, alfresco dining under the evening sky of the western Med serves up an unequaled sense of togetherness.
    Tristan Rutherford, Robb Report, 1 Feb. 2025
  • Buffalo’s four straight conference championships — led by Kelly and other future Hall of Famers Andre Reed, Thurman Thomas and Bruce Smith — is a feat unequaled in NFL history.
    Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 24 Jan. 2025
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  • Family Friendliness: Seating and passenger space in full-sized pickups are unsurpassed and, for a two-row vehicle, the F-150 is no exception.
    Scotty Reiss, Parents, 6 Feb. 2025
  • His daily, weekly, and yearly work ethic, paved the way for his unsurpassed performance.
    Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 20 Feb. 2024

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“Unparalleled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unparalleled. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.

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