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as in only
having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability
an artist who is unsurpassed at painting portraits that reveal the subject's inner life
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
a French restaurant known for its unsurpassed cuisine
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Recent Examples of unsurpassed
Its unsurpassed flavor, texture, and quality are due to the turkey’s age, free-range faring, and hand-picking.
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Kaila Yu, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
This unsurpassed commitment to global education, as well as to disciplinary training and interdisciplinary problem-solving, means the creation of professionals uniquely suited to lead the international response to crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
—Foreign Affairs, 1 July 2023
The setting, with views of the colorful houses of Nyhavn, is unsurpassed, and Broens Gadekøkken, Copenhagen's famed food market, is right next door.
—Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2023
Larry Allen was an enormous man with unsurpassed talent and a ferocious demeanor on the football field.
—Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2024
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Kaila Yu, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
This unsurpassed commitment to global education, as well as to disciplinary training and interdisciplinary problem-solving, means the creation of professionals uniquely suited to lead the international response to crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
—Foreign Affairs, 1 July 2023
The setting, with views of the colorful houses of Nyhavn, is unsurpassed, and Broens Gadekøkken, Copenhagen's famed food market, is right next door.
—Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2023
Larry Allen was an enormous man with unsurpassed talent and a ferocious demeanor on the football field.
—Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unsurpassed
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Forward Chase Adams was the only player born in 2008 or younger to score nine goals during the 2024 campaign.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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The only concern that may be raised would be if people constantly wait for the goods to go on sale and not buy them when the goods are fresh.—
Peiyu Lin,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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With its affordable price, this coverlet is an excellent value for the quality.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2025
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Lucas Bergvall and Dejan Kulusevski are excellent at carrying the ball and driving into space.—
Jay Harris,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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Or the glistening corset bodice with superb detailing.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
8 Feb. 2025
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All three are superb and make the love triangle feel both authentic and appealing.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
5 Feb. 2025
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Melissa McCarthy Between 2011 and 2017, Melissa McCarthy hosted SNL five times, dazzling viewers with her unparalleled skills as a sketch comedian.—
Shannon Carlin,
TIME,
15 Feb. 2025
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These Baffin boots are unparalleled for tackling arctic-level conditions.—
Jené Luciani Sena,
Fox News,
11 Feb. 2025
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The disparity is even greater with respect to people serving the longest sentences.—
Steve Zeidman,
New York Daily News,
11 Feb. 2025
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That's nearly 12 times greater than the number of birds affected statewide in all of 2023, per a USDA database.—
Sabrina Moreno,
Axios,
11 Feb. 2025
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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
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The forward owner’s suite is also full beam, offering up space and exceptional water views.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
11 Feb. 2025
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This is a debut entry and a wonderful term that’s new to me.—
Caitlin Lovinger,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2025
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Tucci hosts the popular Tucci - The Heart of Italy show which tours the country sampling and celebrating the wonderful food that originates there.—
Simon Perry,
People.com,
8 Feb. 2025
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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
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The extraordinary evolution of American leadership over the past decade can be grasped from just two moments.—
Yair Rosenberg,
The Atlantic,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Unsurpassed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unsurpassed. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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