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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This legislation is one of a kind.
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Cate Charron, IndyStar, 22 Feb. 2026
One was Steve Jobs, an American one of a kind.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Feb. 2026
Bob was truly one of a kind, his presence could light up any room, and his laughter was contagious.
—Erik S. Hanley, jsonline.com, 18 Feb. 2026
While the location is one of a kind, its focus on fashion may inspire more changes at stores across the country and in the suburbs, McShane said.
—Melissa Repko, CNBC, 18 Feb. 2026
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Cate Charron, IndyStar, 22 Feb. 2026
One was Steve Jobs, an American one of a kind.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Feb. 2026
Bob was truly one of a kind, his presence could light up any room, and his laughter was contagious.
—Erik S. Hanley, jsonline.com, 18 Feb. 2026
While the location is one of a kind, its focus on fashion may inspire more changes at stores across the country and in the suburbs, McShane said.
—Melissa Repko, CNBC, 18 Feb. 2026
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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 3 Mar. 2026.
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