as in best
individuals carefully selected as being the best of a class
the ceremony featured an A-list of Hollywood stars
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Recent Examples of A-list
The film, directed by Nancy Meyers, featured an A-list cast including Jack Nicholson, Keanu Reeves, and Frances McDormand and focused on romance, love, and relationships.
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Charlie Vargas, Oc Register, 14 Oct. 2025
Ayo Edebiri—one of Vogue’s November cover stars—is one of Hollywood’s most in-demand stars of the moment, and her red carpet style is just as A-list worthy.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 12 Oct. 2025
Johnson was present with most of his extensive A-list cast, including former 007 Daniel Craig.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 10 Oct. 2025
The luxury auto and lifestyle brand marketer—known for crafting global campaigns and experiential events for an A-list clientele that includes the likes of Ferrari, Rolls-Royce, Bugatti, Aston Martin, and Maserati—is looking to sell the stylish residence for a dash under $13 million.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2025
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Charlie Vargas, Oc Register, 14 Oct. 2025
Ayo Edebiri—one of Vogue’s November cover stars—is one of Hollywood’s most in-demand stars of the moment, and her red carpet style is just as A-list worthy.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 12 Oct. 2025
Johnson was present with most of his extensive A-list cast, including former 007 Daniel Craig.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 10 Oct. 2025
The luxury auto and lifestyle brand marketer—known for crafting global campaigns and experiential events for an A-list clientele that includes the likes of Ferrari, Rolls-Royce, Bugatti, Aston Martin, and Maserati—is looking to sell the stylish residence for a dash under $13 million.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for A-list
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Long stretches of The Paseo, Broadway Boulevard and Ward Parkway will close as racers aim to set personal bests, so plan accordingly.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
15 Oct. 2025
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This was baseball at its October best.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
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The elite receiving tandem of Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins gives a lot of teams fits.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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From his latest romance with pop powerhouse Katy Perry to his friendly ties to Hollywood stars and the global elite, Canada’s former prime minister's political star power seems to be more alive than ever.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez,
FOXNews.com,
16 Oct. 2025
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Neither have confirmed the collaboration at the time of going to print, but fans are already buzzing about the pairing of K-pop royalty and British pop aristocracy.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
7 Oct. 2025
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The entire film plays out over one long party at an English estate, where the stuffy, traditional English aristocracy collide with Hedda’s bohemian artist friends.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Oct. 2025
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Each of these three teams rank top 10 in the NFL in terms of offensive yards per game.—
Matt Audilet,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Oct. 2025
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Her blue satin bra was on full display underneath the top, giving the outfit a sultry spin.—
Kelsey Stewart,
Footwear News,
19 Oct. 2025
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Especially as the British royal family has reportedly taken comments Markle has made about life as part of the royalty to hear.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
18 Oct. 2025
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Best Hotels & Resorts Fairmont Breakers Once frequented by Hollywood royalty like Clark Gable, Cary Grant, and Rita Hayworth, Fairmont Breakers was constructed in the 1920s and reopened in 2024 following years of renovations.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Oct. 2025
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Fox, who just signed a maximum contract extension after arriving in a midseason trade with the Sacramento Kings, turns 28 this season and will be at the end of his prime when Wembanyama approaches his.—
Jared Weiss,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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The team has stars in the prime of their career.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Oct. 2025
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Melania offers unprecedented access to the 20 days leading up to the 2025 Presidential Inauguration through the eyes of the First Lady-elect herself.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
9 Oct. 2025
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Arizona Senate Democrats Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego clashed withHouse Speaker Mike Johnson in the hallways of the Capitol on Wednesday, over the swearing-in of Democratic Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Oct. 2025
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“A-list.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/A-list. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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