variants
or gilt-edge
as in superb
of the very best kind
the forward squandered a gilt-edged opportunity to tie the score
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gilt-edged
Adjective
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The high-quality tri-ply cladding (two layers of stainless steel with an aluminum core) does a superb job spreading heat evenly across the surface of the pan, delivering consistent and even cooking results.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
19 May 2025 -
With superb cinematography from Jermaine Edwards, the visual look here is almost poetic at times.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
18 May 2025
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Even with challenging oppositions, Siakam has been terrific throughout the playoffs.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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The second half of the film is simpler and stronger, with a terrific supporting performance by ASAP Rocky as a rapper named Yung Felon.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2025
Adjective
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Social media has introduced us to a different type of bait: Clickbait — provocative, sensational or emotionally appealing content in social media posts, headlines, videos and other platforms with the intent of luring clicks, shares or likes.—
Marshall Shepherd,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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The paperwork for Johnson’s trial — along with images of some of the handwritten documents — were officially entered into the court’s electronic court docketing system in 2021, marking a final chapter in a sensational saga that garnered international headlines.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2025
Adjective
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Even in Paris, this would make a great evening bag and match practically any outfit.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2025
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The scene, staged at Carnegie Hall, a venue built by one of America’s great 19th century philanthropists, paid tribute to a long tradition of American giving, while pointing to new ways of thinking that are shaping the 21st century.—
Sam Jacobs,
Time,
20 May 2025
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In any case, for the other guests, the tripping goes fine.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
28 May 2025
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Together, the two properties form a seamless downtown ecosystem. Passport: Explore the finest destinations and experiences around the world in the Forbes Passport newsletter.—
Shivani Vora,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
Adjective
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When money becomes cheaper, quality small companies that are already profitable will be able to grow exponentially faster.—
Gregory Clifford,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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Grants Awarded Armed Services YMCA San Diego: Enhances the lives of military members and their families through supportive programs and the expansion of a new center which will double capacity to affordable and quality childcare and youth programming.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The most famous example of the last phenomenon is MSNBC’s Joe Scarborough, who was a congressman while Biden was still in the Senate.—
W. James Antle III,
The Washington Examiner,
30 May 2025
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Among Neutra’s most famous works is the Kaufmann Desert House in Palm Springs, commissioned by the same family that hired Wright to design Fallingwater in Pennsylvania.—
Kristine Hansen,
Architectural Digest,
30 May 2025
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The scoring sequence followed a lovely Bobrovsky save on a shorthanded odd-man rush — the Cats firing on all cylinders.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
23 May 2025
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Why the lovely Mehri falls for such a loser — Hamid is one of the least charming grooms in recent memory — can only by explained by the lack of options available to her.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
23 May 2025
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“Gilt-edged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gilt-edged. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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