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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Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 23 Nov. 2025
The new era of next-level gems have an undeniable cool-factor that will keep them feeling fresh well into the future.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 22 Nov. 2025
The controls have been revamped to fit modern standards and the photorealistic graphics offer a next-level immersive experience.
—PC Magazine, 19 Nov. 2025
Being an athlete and mom is next-level work that often requires a break.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 17 Nov. 2025
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“Next-level.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/next-level. Accessed 2 Dec. 2025.
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