as in excellent
of the very best kind
your work on this project has been of blue-ribbon quality
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as in award
something given in recognition of achievement
the Pritzker Prize is widely regarded as the ultimate blue ribbon for architectural achievement
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Recent Examples of blue-ribbon
Saman Shafiq, USA TODAY, 19 Oct. 2024
The over 70 positive comments shared that this cake is always requested and is by far a blue-ribbon worthy dessert.
—Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 23 Mar. 2025
Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 13 June 2025
Known for its high yield and hearty disposition, the vegetable will grow enormous (blue ribbon at the county fair energy) and plentiful specimens if left on the vine.
—Kendra Vaculin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 May 2025
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Adjective
The top five will now compete to take home the title of 2024 American Humane Hero Dog, which will be selected by a blue-ribbon judging panel.
—Saman Shafiq, USA TODAY, 19 Oct. 2024
The over 70 positive comments shared that this cake is always requested and is by far a blue-ribbon worthy dessert.
—Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 23 Mar. 2025
Noun
The Publix Key lime pie (in both its mini and regular sizes) has won plenty of blue ribbons from the National Pie Championships over the past 24 years the store has entered the competition.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 13 June 2025
Known for its high yield and hearty disposition, the vegetable will grow enormous (blue ribbon at the county fair energy) and plentiful specimens if left on the vine.
—Kendra Vaculin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blue-ribbon
Adjective
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And its large, thin leaves do provide excellent material to us as mulch or in a compost pile.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
16 Aug. 2025
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From there, Young tossed an accurate ball to Sanders for a would-be first down and it was dropped by the second-year tight end, who has put together an otherwise excellent camp.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Aug. 2025
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All the lead actresses won Emmy awards for their role on the show as well.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
5 Aug. 2025
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Created in partnership with the Australian Festival Association (AFA), the new award aims to recognize music festivals that play a critical role in spotlighting and elevating Australian artists.—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
5 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Of the newcomers, Jacinto makes a real impression here as does Hammons, who as Lily is also dealing with the loss of her own mother, and the terrific Butters, who was so good in Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and now gets to grow up.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
5 Aug. 2025
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Justine becomes a frequent customer there, hitting the vodka hard and coaxing her occasional hookup, young cop Paul (Alden Ehrenreich, terrific), to slide off the wagon.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Aug. 2025
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The grandma of 10, who recently survived breast cancer, won the largest internet prize ever from the Pennsylvania Lottery’s Monopoly game.—
Mike Stunson,
Miami Herald,
14 Aug. 2025
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Tennessee lottery players are keeping their eyes on the prize this week as the Powerball jackpot continues to climb, now projected to hit $565 million for Saturday’s drawing.—
Boris Q'va,
Nashville Tennessean,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Caring, smart and fun with a wonderful calming Zen demeanor.—
Lauren Huff Published,
EW.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Preserving history is wonderful, but so is safety. — Mary Ellen Stepowany, Baltimore Add your voice: Respond to this piece or other Sun content by submitting your own letter.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
6 Aug. 2025
Noun
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In addition to premium accommodations, guests of The Retreat will enjoy fine dining at Luminae at The Retreat, an exclusive restaurant serving signature dishes by Chef Daniel Boulud, as well as access to The Retreat Lounge and The Retreat Sundeck.—
Michele Robson,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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In addition to an extensive range of therapeutic treatments and nail and hair services, the spa also has food and drinks, including small bites, smoothies, premium beverages.—
Lori Weisberg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Scrupulous and enterprising reporting rarely combine with such superb storytelling.—
Book Marks
August 8,
Literary Hub,
8 Aug. 2025
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The Ghana international was superb against Arsenal and gave Lewis-Skelly a difficult evening.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
31 July 2025
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Today, the booth is decorated in his honor and boasts the same blue and tan vinyl benches The King sat on.—
Korrin Bishop,
Southern Living,
7 Aug. 2025
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Riding in the Royal Procession of the Royal Ascot is a prominent honor and Harriet's carriage debut sparked speculation of an imminent engagement.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Blue-ribbon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blue-ribbon. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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