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: being of the highest caliber in the world
a world-class athlete

Examples of world-class in a Sentence

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For decades, the zoo has lived within its means while maintaining its reputation as a world-class facility. U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Nov. 2025 When coupled with Europe’s industrial strength, high regulatory standards, and world-class talent, rapid AI adoption can become a powerful source of competitive differentiation and economic renewal for the continent as a whole. Dave McCann, Fortune, 26 Nov. 2025 The good news is that travel is becoming increasingly accessible, with many world-class, must-see locations being extremely accessible and easy to navigate. Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 26 Nov. 2025 Meet artists on a gallery tour down Main Street, or attend a show at one of the town’s world-class theaters. Outside, 25 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for world-class

Word History

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of world-class was in 1939

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“World-class.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/world-class. Accessed 30 Nov. 2025.

Kids Definition

world-class

adjective
: being of the highest degree of excellence in the world
a world-class athlete
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