a cut above
idiom
: better than other people or things
All of his books are good, but this one is a cut above (the rest).
She's a cut above the other competitors and should win easily.
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Even when Villa won just six times in 21 fixtures between September and February, owing to a general flatlining of performance, Tielemans was a cut above.
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Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 30 May 2025
Long rumored to be produced by Grey Goose, Kirkland Signature Vodka ($22 for a handle) is a cut above the rest.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 20 June 2025
There is even another group of golfers that are still undoubtedly a cut above, including Gene Sarazen, Walter Hagen, Tom Watson, Nick Faldo, and even Phil Mickelson.
—Kendall Capps, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 May 2025
Grounded with soft florals and bright citrus that never get old, this perfume is a cut above the usual stuff—perfect for anyone who wants something accessible, but unexpected.
—Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 28 May 2025
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Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 30 May 2025
Long rumored to be produced by Grey Goose, Kirkland Signature Vodka ($22 for a handle) is a cut above the rest.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 20 June 2025
There is even another group of golfers that are still undoubtedly a cut above, including Gene Sarazen, Walter Hagen, Tom Watson, Nick Faldo, and even Phil Mickelson.
—Kendall Capps, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 May 2025
Grounded with soft florals and bright citrus that never get old, this perfume is a cut above the usual stuff—perfect for anyone who wants something accessible, but unexpected.
—Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 28 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for a cut above
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