Definition of exclusivenext
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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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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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Recent Examples of exclusive Fisher Island neighbors In 2017, Nuhfer introduced Rivera to Perera, who then put them together with Gorrin, who was Perera’s neighbor on exclusive Fisher Island. Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 24 Jan. 2026 Maria, known professionally for her music work as DJ Tumbles, has spent years working inside Palm Beach’s most exclusive spaces, spinning at private parties, country clubs and billionaires’ mansions. Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 24 Jan. 2026 Those staying in luxury camps enjoy exclusive access to the Dining Pavilion, where a private chef crafts gourmet breakfasts and family-style dinners, complete with campfire s’mores and personalized service from a dedicated Camp Butler. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Jan. 2026 Also significantly represented on the campus are Sideshow’s long-term friends and exclusive distribution partners, Hot Toys, who celebrated their 25th anniversary in 2025. Robert Lang, Deadline, 23 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for exclusive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exclusive
Adjective
  • Squeeze Burger announced Tuesday that its sole remaining brick-and-mortar in Roseville is set to close later this month, after its proposal for a new lease was reportedly denied.
    Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 10 Jan. 2026
  • Indeed, she was almost unanimously voted for (with Michael casting the sole dissenting vote against Yam Yam Arocho).
    Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Jan. 2026
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  • Irina Shayk was spotted in New York City walking her dog, Peanut, wearing a dramatic all-leather black outfit.
    Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 13 Jan. 2026
  • Buchanon earned second-team All-Conference USA honors and was also named to the all-freshman team in 2024.
    Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Jan. 2026
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  • Nights out in Florence called for a more sophisticated look than what’s common in American cities, making a classic black blazer the best option for looking put-together and fashionable.
    Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 21 Jan. 2026
  • The death of the activist Renee Nicole Good at the hands of an immigration agent has been justified on the right in a fashionable tone of detachment.
    Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 20 Jan. 2026
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  • Decorated in neutral tones with yellow hues, the rooms are stylish, with clean lines, and large windows illuminating the space, accentuated by the bright open-plan bathrooms.
    Isabelle Kliger, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Jan. 2026
  • Its stylish decor and pulsating music create an ideal backdrop for dancing the night away.
    Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 23 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • Choose one conversation, one book or one project and give it your undivided attention for at least two hours.
    Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
  • What matters is prioritizing and giving each other your undivided attention.
    Amy Morin, CNBC, 23 Jan. 2026
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  • The island's Curtain Bluff is an elegant all-inclusive resort on the south coast, surrounded by two beaches.
    Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 24 Jan. 2026
  • Butternut squash, potato leek, cauliflower – these soups can turn humble ingredients into something elegant.
    Cheryl Russell, Oc Register, 24 Jan. 2026
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  • The ship is thoughtfully designed to allow for ample space so guests do not feel overcrowded, even in the most happening spots.
    Susan Barnes, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2025
  • 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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  • Here are a few smaller wineries to check out this winter, plus exciting activities and upscale places to stay nearby.
    Taryn White, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
  • Rottet also designs furniture pieces and presented upscale designs for Italian furniture maker Turri and Belgian firm Atelier Vierkant in 2025 in Milan.
    Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 22 Jan. 2026

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“Exclusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exclusive. Accessed 26 Jan. 2026.

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