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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
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).
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Brian Smolensky and James Mercadante, EW.com, 27 Jan. 2025
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
Last year, developers expanded the region’s apartment supply by nearly 5%, a pace unrivaled since the 1970s, when the state was coping with an influx of baby boomers.
—Aldo Svaldi, The Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2025
Then, learning the intricacies of his unrivaled workout regimen.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for unrivaled 
Brian Smolensky and James Mercadante, EW.com, 27 Jan. 2025
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
Last year, developers expanded the region’s apartment supply by nearly 5%, a pace unrivaled since the 1970s, when the state was coping with an influx of baby boomers.
—Aldo Svaldi, The Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2025
Then, learning the intricacies of his unrivaled workout regimen.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for unrivaled
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unrivaled
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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
Adjective
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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
Adjective
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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
Adjective
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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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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
Adjective
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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