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as in exemplary
constituting, serving as, or worthy of being a pattern to be imitated
classic designs in furniture that never go out of style
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
one of the really classic comedies in the history of movies
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as in distinctive
serving to identify as belonging to an individual or group
the anthropologist noted the classic facial features of the inhabitants of those islands
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as in authoritative
being the most accurate and apparently thorough
the classic study of the alienation of the individual in modern urban society
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as in model
someone of such unequaled perfection as to deserve imitation
among women who have devoted themselves to a life of scientific inquiry, Marie Curie is one of the acknowledged classics
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as in masterpiece
something (as a work of art) that is a great achievement and often its creator's greatest achievement
the works of Michelangelo are regarded as classics of the sculptor's art
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as in ideal
the most perfect type or example
his journey of discovery was a classic of arduous effort and fierce determination
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Recent Examples of classic
Grace McCarty, Glamour, 27 Jan. 2026
Traditionally, a classic mix of 60% stocks and 40% bonds is touted to give investors growth while also offering some risk mitigation.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 27 Jan. 2026
Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Jan. 2026
Plus, this French pharmacy classic is an integral part of Keke Palmer’s skin-care routine.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
Much like director Emerald Fennell’s adaptation of the classic novel, Robbie’s hairstyle mixes period nostalgia with a modern edge.
—Grace McCarty, Glamour, 27 Jan. 2026
Traditionally, a classic mix of 60% stocks and 40% bonds is touted to give investors growth while also offering some risk mitigation.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 27 Jan. 2026
Noun
River cruises cover classics like the Danube, Rhine, and Seine, stopping in cities such as Vienna, Budapest, Amsterdam, and Paris.
—Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Jan. 2026
Plus, this French pharmacy classic is an integral part of Keke Palmer’s skin-care routine.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for classic
Adjective
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The result, featuring a copious voice-over by Talankin, is an exemplary work of cinematic modernism, a reflexive film that turns its genesis into its subject and its moral essence.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
23 Jan. 2026
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An exemplary student in multiple AP classes, Johnson will have plenty of academic options.—
Paul Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The German is an excellent all-round forward who excels in bringing the best out of the teammates around him.—
Graham Ruthven,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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While not every product in the brand’s SOS collection includes hypochlorous acid (an excellent anti-acneic ingredient), the serum does.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
29 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The result was the emergence of a distinctive national cinema that speaks both to universal human experiences and to specifically Korean concerns.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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And in order to do that, based on what clear, distinctive competence?—
Big Think,
Big Think,
28 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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There’s a casual, authoritative swing to their performance that belies the stylistic range on the record; the songs touch upon different traditions, yet all sound of a piece.—
Stephen Thomas Erlewine,
Pitchfork,
26 Jan. 2026
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Washington delivers the dialogue with a thrilling range from purrs to roars, all imbued with an authoritative swagger.—
Brady Brickner-Wood,
New Yorker,
21 Jan. 2026
Noun
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That insight helps teams validate digital models earlier in development.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Jan. 2026
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The other new entries are DSquared2 (which featured a hot celebrity) and Dolce & Gabbana (which generated heated controversy for its model casting).—
Luke Leitch,
Vogue,
28 Jan. 2026
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He is also known for his bronze masterpieces erected at Dana Point’s Waterman’s Plaza depicting local surfing icons such as Hobie Alter, Phil Edwards, Joyce Hoffman, John Severson, Steve and Barrie Boehne and more.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
24 Jan. 2026
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Movie and television production equipment became widely available many decades back, yet only a smattering of movies and TV shows rise above mediocrity to the level of creative masterpieces.—
Joe McKendrick,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Made of untreated cedar, the house has a 3-inch entrance hole and interior dimensions ideal for these larger birds.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Jan. 2026
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The iCVD method supports scalable, continuous roll-to-roll processing, ideal for commercial-scale output.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The live oaks, heavy with Spanish moss and surrounded by palm trees, evoke a quintessential Southern vibe.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Jan. 2026
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This quintessential New Orleans cocktail, the Sazerac, has a beautiful spice character from the rye whiskey, compared to an Old Fashioned that would use the sweeter bourbon.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
24 Jan. 2026
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“Classic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classic. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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