as in beauty
something very good of its kind
the comedian's last routine was a real ripper, leaving the audience in those proverbial stitches
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Recent Examples of ripper
The coat also has a mid-calf length, a button-up front and two spacious pockets that will be stitched closed upon arrival (they can be gently opened with a seam ripper or small scissor).
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Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 11 Jan. 2024
Some North Jersey legends specialize in the ultimate version: rippers.
—J. J. Goode, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2023
Additionally, the machine comes with a few accessories to help beginners like extra bobbins, four presser feet, needles, a seam ripper, and a helpful instruction manual.
—Brandi Fuller, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2023
The island’s Crystal Pier is the hot spot for up-and-coming local rippers and visitors alike, and the rock jetty at Masonboro Inlet can offer long right-handers for experienced surfers.
—Outside Online, 6 Feb. 2023
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Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 11 Jan. 2024
Some North Jersey legends specialize in the ultimate version: rippers.
—J. J. Goode, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2023
Additionally, the machine comes with a few accessories to help beginners like extra bobbins, four presser feet, needles, a seam ripper, and a helpful instruction manual.
—Brandi Fuller, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2023
The island’s Crystal Pier is the hot spot for up-and-coming local rippers and visitors alike, and the rock jetty at Masonboro Inlet can offer long right-handers for experienced surfers.
—Outside Online, 6 Feb. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ripper
Noun
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As far as citrus fruits go, the bulbous beauties may be the most unsung.—
Sheela Prakash,
Bon Appétit,
8 Feb. 2025
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Daniel Petroni Photography The home’s beauty salon.—
Ray Parisi,
CNBC,
7 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Prosecutors allege Kouri killed her husband as a means to collect millions in life insurance funds and start her dream career in high-end real estate.—
Audrey Conklin,
Fox News,
14 Feb. 2025
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Melina is the mother of a mixed family, led by patriarch Tim (an often unnecessary naked Lars Eidinger), who himself is a former leftist who’s killed his own years-dead liberal dreams by selling out to a company that makes performatively humanitarian promos for planet-wrecking corporations.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
14 Feb. 2025
Noun
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All hues look fabulous in photos and the long-wearing, crease-proof claims are true, too—these beauts simply do not budge.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
28 Jan. 2025
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Kitsch makes some of our favorites, and this gold beaut is a 2023 Best of Beauty winner.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
17 Sep. 2024
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Julia Roberts is the divine ripsnorter of weeping.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2022
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Will relish manager Brendan Rodgers style of play, and could have another ripsnorter of a campaign.—
SI.com,
SI.com,
6 July 2019
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Styled by Max Ortega September 3, 2024 HIGH AND MIGHTY Understatement has its merits, but so too does a bolt of pure whimsy—just ask model Abby Champion (near right) and her corker of a Stefan Cooke hat; stefancooke.co.uk.—
Sean Thomas,
Vogue,
3 Sep. 2024
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Understatement has its merits, but so too does a bolt of pure whimsy—just ask model Abby Champion (near right) and her corker of a Stefan Cooke hat; stefancooke.co.uk.—
Sean Thomas,
Vogue,
3 Sep. 2024
Noun
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On Monday night, the writers presented me with a real humdinger of a stupid thing to make famous people do: putting something in their mouths that was either sweet, savory, or a piece of paper.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
13 Sep. 2024
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This augurs to be a humdinger of an election, as only a small number of undecided voters in a small number of battleground states really count for an Electoral College victory.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
7 Aug. 2024
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But Salonga proves that less is indeed more when backed by trust in the material and guided by the artistic precision of a naturally gifted wonder.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2025
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Explore the wonders of Lyonia Preserve and learn the basics and benefits of forest bathing.—
Joe Rassel,
Orlando Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2025
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The latest entry, a visual marvel, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is nominated for best VFX at the 97th Academy Awards.—
Richard Newby,
The Hollywood Reporter,
10 Feb. 2025
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Helly changes back in an underwater transition moment that’s simply a marvel to see.—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Ripper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ripper. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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