1
as in sole
belonging only to the one person, unit, or group named
residents of the apartment complex have exclusive use of the pool
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2
as in all
not divided or scattered among several areas of interest or concern
during interviews she always gives the job applicant her exclusive attention
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3
as in fashionable
appealing to affluent consumers
a section of the city where the exclusive boutiques and fashionable restaurants are concentrated
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as in stylish
being in the latest or current fashion
an exclusive designer gown of the sort that shows up on red carpets
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Recent Examples of exclusive
Petraitis’ Andrius and Goom as Bernardas star in the final exclusive clip for The Activist.
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Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 3 Nov. 2025
North Ridge Partners acted as the exclusive financial adviser on the deal.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2025
Civil rights lawyer Lennox Hinds, who served as counsel to Shakur, granted the filmmakers exclusive access, and political activist, professor and author Angela Davis is also on board as executive producer.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 3 Nov. 2025
The Statesman is shining a spotlight on this election with news, in-depth enterprise reporting, exclusive watchdog stories, and our Voter Guide Q&As with candidates answering our questions.
—Rose Evans
november 3, Idaho Statesman, 3 Nov. 2025
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Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 3 Nov. 2025
North Ridge Partners acted as the exclusive financial adviser on the deal.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2025
Civil rights lawyer Lennox Hinds, who served as counsel to Shakur, granted the filmmakers exclusive access, and political activist, professor and author Angela Davis is also on board as executive producer.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 3 Nov. 2025
The Statesman is shining a spotlight on this election with news, in-depth enterprise reporting, exclusive watchdog stories, and our Voter Guide Q&As with candidates answering our questions.
—Rose Evans
november 3, Idaho Statesman, 3 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exclusive
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Japan pulled out following its invasion of China, leaving the Dutch East Indies to take the sole Asian berth.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Nov. 2025
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Its water-resistant design is made with premium leather uppers plus a rubber duck shell and sole to keep your feet dry in any weather (and for plenty of traction when the first snow of the year arrives).—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
6 Nov. 2025
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In 2006, the duo became the first all-woman anchor team in morning TV.—
Ralphie Aversa,
USA Today,
31 Oct. 2025
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Clad in his customary all-black ensemble of sneakers, jeans and leather jacket, CEO Jensen Huang delivered the news during his keynote address.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
29 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Limousines full of fashionable people would pull up to clubs called The Carousel, The Playpen, and The Pussycat Lounge.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Nov. 2025
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Setting the tone for what is sure to be a fashionable affair, the carpet brought out our most sartorial savvy faves across industries for a night celebrating craftsmanship and design.—
Cierra Black,
Refinery29,
3 Nov. 2025
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Gift it to fellow schleppers who want to stay stylish.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
3 Nov. 2025
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Because the growth in running is also bringing higher taste levels, New Balance intentionally sought out to deliver something more stylish.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
3 Nov. 2025
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And while in an era where productivity and efficiency are more top of mind than ever, Dimon insists that giving undivided attention is still the ultimate sign of respect.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
17 Oct. 2025
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In the arms race for audience’s undivided attention, both single-player and competitive games have become their own self-perpetuating ecosystems.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
9 Oct. 2025
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Produced from 1996 to 2005, the Neptune is an elegant take on the classic sports watch featuring a slim case and an integrated bracelet with fish scale-like links in honor of the god of the sea.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
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Paris Hilton looks elegant in a black gown with her signature sparkly touch at the Waldorf Astoria's grand reopening in New York City.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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While the overarching trend for fall is still lowest maintenance possible, there's a bit more happening than your typical sunny blondes and balayage brunettes.—
Bella Cacciatore,
Glamour,
2 Sep. 2020
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What was once a sleepy college town next to a railroad stop is now one of the most happening cities in the state of Texas.—
Craig Hlavaty,
Houston Chronicle,
5 Apr. 2018
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Today, pieces by Arunashi—such as a statement cuff made of carbon fiber framed by pavé diamonds and centered on a lozenge-shape green beryl totaling more than 34 carats—are stocked at upscale stores including Marissa Collections.—
Victoria Gomelsky,
Robb Report,
9 Nov. 2025
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The two had planned to transform the vessel into an upscale entertainment venue.—
Mitchell Peters,
Billboard,
9 Nov. 2025
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“Exclusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exclusive. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.
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