exclusivity

noun

ex·clu·siv·i·ty | \ˌek-ˌsklü-ˈsi-və-tē,

ik-, -ˈzi-\

plural exclusivities

Definition of exclusivity

1 : the quality or state of being exclusive

2 : exclusive rights or services

Examples of exclusivity in a Sentence

a symbol of wealth and exclusivity

Recent Examples on the Web

But again, the whole thrust of Leaders Club is exclusivity. — Ryan Craggs, Condé Nast Traveler, "Leading Hotels of the World Just Improved Its Loyalty Program," 3 Oct. 2018 Private clubs and resorts are generally known for their exclusivity and strict dress codes—and sometimes for their design. — Kate Betts, ELLE Decor, "A Tour of the Impeccably-Designed Silo Ridge Private Club," 14 Oct. 2018 Apple Music has a lot going for it that’s pegged on exclusivity. — Stefan Etienne, The Verge, "The best music streaming service," 5 Oct. 2018 Much of the criticism has centered on the group's exclusivity. — Grace Schneider, The Courier-Journal, "Civic leaders around the country have sparked change in their cities. Here's how," 12 Feb. 2018 Pfizer expects to lose U.S. exclusivity of Lyrica, a painkiller for helping with diabetic nerve pain and fibromyalgia, as early as December. — Allison Prang, WSJ, "Pfizer to Reorganize Business Units," 11 July 2018 Members will be chauffeured in a concierge car directly from the tarmac next door or, say, from Faena Hotel Miami Beach, to the secure exclusivity of the Concours Club, an invitation to join the club states. — Fortune, "You'll Need to Spend $350,000 to Join This Private Miami Club," 28 June 2018 Now) Ex Nihilo makes some of the most unique and obsession-worthy scents around, but the niche French perfume brand prides itself a bit on its exclusivity — not all of its fragrances are available everywhere in the world. — Allure Editors, Allure, "The Best New Beauty Products This Month," 9 July 2018 The reason was basic power politics: all five had an interest in trying to reimpose the exclusivity of the nuclear club. — W.j. Hennigan, Time, "President Trump Is Putting Huge Pressure on Europe to Reinstate Sanctions on Iran. He's in for a Tough Sell at the NATO Summit," 3 July 2018

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