variants or unrivalled
as in unparalleled
having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability a violinist who is hailed for his unrivaled musicianship

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Recent Examples of unrivaled Musk is often portrayed as an easily bored man-child who is driven by id and an unrivaled ego. Zachary Karabell, Foreign Affairs, 20 Feb. 2025 Even as winners in nine of their last 11 games, the Knicks entered the eight-day layoff nursing multiple key injuries and with a starting lineup whose workload remains unrivaled. Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 17 Feb. 2025 Strong had all the tools: a remarkable and versatile singing voice, impeccable acting chops, and a love of the belly laugh spotlight unrivaled even by her illustrious pals. Dennis Perkins, EW.com, 16 Feb. 2025 The man worked in South Africa, and faced an unrivaled AIDS epidemic. Ryan Lenora Brown, The Christian Science Monitor, 14 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unrivaled
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Adjective
  • The result was field wash, which Smith deemed an unparalleled waste of resources, taking with it the basis of civilization and life itself.
    Ben Seal, JSTOR Daily, 19 Mar. 2025
  • His ability to captivate an audience is unparalleled, and his performances consistently demonstrate his range, control, and artistry.
    Heide Janssen, Orange County Register, 16 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Dairy milk promotes growth and recovery Dairy milk is an excellent source of high-quality protein, containing all nine essential amino acids necessary for muscle repair and growth, said Heckler.
    Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 23 Mar. 2025
  • The streamer is loaded with excellent shows of all genres, but it’s known for its large collection of sci-fi series like Severance, which had its season 2 finale on March 20, For All Mankind and Silo, among others.
    Keith Langston, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • However, the fact that the female figure may represent a priestess holding religious objects makes the discovery exceptional, as the researchers write.
    Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 Apr. 2025
  • Despite their extensive tag team history, the match devolved into a repetitive exchange of superkicks, failing to showcase the wrestlers' true abilities and leaving fans disappointed, especially amidst an otherwise exceptional WrestleMania card.
    Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Unlike many younger trees, this tree exhibits extraordinary adaptations.
    Scott Travers, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
  • Barry has had an extraordinary coaching journey, considering his playing experiences took him no higher than League One, the English game’s third division.
    Simon Hughes, The Athletic, 23 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Pete Crow-Armstrong got a superb secondary lead and jump to beat a throw to second base on a routine grounder with two outs to load the bases, setting up Miguel Amaya’s three-run double.
    Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2025
  • Down the left, Lauren James is superb in tight spaces.
    Michael Cox, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
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  • This latest Hall of Fame induction further cements his legacy as a performer whose contributions within the squared circle are unmatched.
    Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
  • With over 200 patents, the brand leads the way in hands-free footwear technology, ensuring its designs remain unmatched in convenience, comfort, and performance.
    Cassell Ferere, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 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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  • There is so much that is wonderful about Skokie – a renowned public library, award-winning park district, excellent schools and unsurpassed municipal services.
    Richard Requena, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2025
  • Cho has noted his admiration for the great early-twentieth-century French pianist Marcelle Meyer, whose Ravel recordings are unsurpassed.
    Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 10 Mar. 2025

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