one of a kind
noun phrase
: a person or thing that is not like any other person or thing
I don't know how we'll ever replace Mary after she retires. She's really one of a kind.
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Julian was one of a kind, but Eli has a lot of the same qualities.
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John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Nov. 2025
These heirloom-worthy beauties are sourced in Europe, and each is one of a kind.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Nov. 2025
The needles, thread and thimbles come in handy for burgeoning designers to add their own personal touch and create a bag that is truly one of a kind, according to Fendi’s official product description on the brand’s website.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2025
Diane Keaton was one of a kind.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 24 Oct. 2025
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John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Nov. 2025
These heirloom-worthy beauties are sourced in Europe, and each is one of a kind.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Nov. 2025
The needles, thread and thimbles come in handy for burgeoning designers to add their own personal touch and create a bag that is truly one of a kind, according to Fendi’s official product description on the brand’s website.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2025
Diane Keaton was one of a kind.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 24 Oct. 2025
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“One of a kind.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/one%20of%20a%20kind. Accessed 30 Nov. 2025.
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