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exclusivity

noun

ex·​clu·​siv·​i·​ty ˌek-ˌsklü-ˈsi-və-tē How to pronounce exclusivity (audio)
ik-
-ˈzi-
plural exclusivities
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
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Plus, Gates’ superyacht was the first ever to be powered by hydrogen, adding to the exclusivity and price of the vessel. Sydney Lake, Fortune, 21 Nov. 2025 The alliance challenged the short timeline that would enable the buyer to close the transaction within 60 days of signing an exclusivity agreement with The Pierre. Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 21 Nov. 2025 Then there are more contemporary supercars that share the same rarefied realm based on exclusivity, exquisite artisanship, and extraordinary performance. Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 17 Nov. 2025 NewJeans also attempted to rebrand to NJZ in an effort to work around their exclusivity deal with Ador; however, a Seoul court ruled that the group had failed to prove significant negligence on the part of the label. Walden Green, Pitchfork, 13 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for exclusivity

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of exclusivity was in 1926

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“Exclusivity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exclusivity. Accessed 29 Nov. 2025.

Kids Definition

exclusivity

noun
ex·​clu·​siv·​i·​ty ˌeks-ˌklü-ˈsiv-ət-ē How to pronounce exclusivity (audio)
iks-
-ˈziv-
plural exclusivities
1
: the quality or state of being exclusive
2
: exclusive rights or services

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