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adjective

Definition of blue-ribbonnext
as in excellent
of the very best kind your work on this project has been of blue-ribbon quality

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blue ribbon

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noun

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
Adjective
Complete with fresh onion, peppers, and lots of corn off the cob, this tangy blue-ribbon relish is an undeniable winner. — Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2026 Third, the governor should appoint a 20-person public/private blue-ribbon panel to examine the recommendations of the outside review. — Rick Pozniak, Boston Herald, 24 Mar. 2026
Noun
From Jeffrey’s team, Chloe’s remade dress, with an off-the-shoulder top and an awful mesh corset patch tied with a blue ribbon, is universally hated by the judges. — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 24 July 2026 Her blonde hair was styled in a braid tied with a blue ribbon, while her glam consisted of her go-to red lip and winged eyeliner. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 10 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for blue-ribbon
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blue-ribbon
  1. excellent
  2. award
  3. terrific
  4. prize
  5. wonderful
  6. premium
  7. prime
  8. honor
Adjective
  • An individual company can maintain excellent controls and favorable claims experience while still facing higher pricing because the market has deteriorated around it.
    — Randy Sadler, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
  • Food and drink The property’s on-site restaurant serves decent New American fare in a room that offers the same excellent views as the penthouses, or on the hotel’s delightful terrace during the warmer months.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of excellent
Noun
  • The All-America receivers entered Week 1 with the shortest BetMGM odds (+1500) among non-quarterbacks to win college football’s most prestigious individual award.
    — Manny Navarro, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
  • The glamorous resort is set along the beach with two oceanfront pools, a private beach, and an award-winning spa.
    — Megan duBois, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of award
Adjective
  • The front three of Morgan Rogers, Cole Palmer and Joao Pedro already looks terrific, while Maxence Lacroix is an extremely solid defensive addition and Emi Martinez is an upgrade on Robert Sanchez in goal.
    — Nick Miller, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Buddy expands to 1,771 screens after a terrific opening last weekend.
    — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of terrific
Noun
  • Few would begrudge Mohamed Salah his Professional Footballers’ Association Player of the Year prize for his 2024-25 season with Liverpool, but there are always reflected glories back to the club and its supporters.
    — Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • The prize consists in the acquisition of the non-commercial and non-exclusive broadcasting rights for five years for a value of €4,000 – €6,000 depending on the genre and length of the film and the number of available territories.
    — Marta Balaga, Variety, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of prize
Adjective
  • Chief among Kvaratskhelia’s standout moments in a PSG shirt was his wonderful solo goal against Aston Villa in last year’s Champions League quarter-final.
    — Tom Burrows, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Many wonderful and terrible things have happened in the 25 years since, some related to the 9/11 attacks, many not at all.
    — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of wonderful
Noun
  • That’s a small number on its own, but the meaningful comparison is what those premiums add up to over time versus what a single major repair would cost out of pocket.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 11 Sep. 2026
  • The store will also feature wine and spirits tasting stations, a walk-in humidor with more than 50 premium cigar brands and an in-store classroom for events with winemakers, distillers and brewers.
    — Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of premium
Adjective
  • The Home Depot Patio Furniture Labor Day Sales If your patio furniture got plenty of love this summer, take The Home Depot’s end-of-season sale as a prime opportunity to refresh ahead of next year.
    — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2026
  • According to Chris Willatt, owner of Alpine Maids, loading silverware in the dishwasher with the handles pointing down and the usable sides pointing up is the best way to achieve prime cleanliness.
    — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of prime
Noun
  • The Nolan Ryan Fan Club might disagree, but even Ryan isn’t staking a claim to that honor.
    — Jayson Stark, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
  • The Golden Eye Award honors actors and actresses who shape the current cinematic year while also ranking among the most significant performers of their generation.
    — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of honor

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“Blue-ribbon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blue-ribbon. Accessed 16 Sep. 2026.

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