next-level
adjective
next-lev·el
ˈnekst-ˌle-vəl 
informal
: surpassing others : uncommonly good or impressive
But even though I love complaints and complainers, even though I am still technically a next-level complainer myself, a complainer who can elevate her complaints to a kind of art form …—
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Heather HavrileskyIt's a testament to how good our coaches are at developing next-level players that we kind of expect we could lose a couple players to the Olympics.—Sydney Baldwin
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The Cloudultra 2 is specifically designed for the trails and features On’s ‘missiongrip,’ which gives the shoe next-level traction across rugged terrain.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 20 June 2026
But Ayer believes that this is something next-level from Pitt.
—Derek Lawrence, Entertainment Weekly, 11 June 2026
This cream-and-khaki pair feels especially summery, and the 4-percent-spandex material makes it next-level comfy.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 7 June 2026
Beyond its next-level comfort and nostalgic appeal, a porch swing bed also offers an avenue to experiment with color and pattern in an indoor/outdoor spot that doesn’t always feel the easiest or most intuitive to decorate.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 31 May 2026
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Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 20 June 2026
But Ayer believes that this is something next-level from Pitt.
—Derek Lawrence, Entertainment Weekly, 11 June 2026
This cream-and-khaki pair feels especially summery, and the 4-percent-spandex material makes it next-level comfy.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 7 June 2026
Beyond its next-level comfort and nostalgic appeal, a porch swing bed also offers an avenue to experiment with color and pattern in an indoor/outdoor spot that doesn’t always feel the easiest or most intuitive to decorate.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 31 May 2026
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“Next-level.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/next-level. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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