second to none

idiom

: better than all others of the same kind
His cakes are second to none.
The city's public transportation system is second to none.

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Your grace and compassion are second to none. Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 30 Dec. 2025 And the award for the best up-do goes to Greta Lee, whose sculptural buns—created by hairstylist Jenny Cho—have been second to none this year. Hannah Coates, Vogue, 29 Dec. 2025 The panoramic views from the windows and glass-dome ceilings are second to none, and the outdoor, upper-level viewing platform is the perfect spot to take scenic photos and get some fresh air. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 25 Dec. 2025 Their work ethic is second to none. Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 18 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for second to none

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“Second to none.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/second%20to%20none. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.

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