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
Peter Green, Quartz, 8 Dec. 2024
Find your blue-ribbon gifts and set the bar high for next year with our top picks below.
—Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Dec. 2024
Madeline Weinfield, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2024
Residents also placed a blue ribbon at the spot where Walter would lounge in his memory, WSCS reported.
—Saman Shafiq, USA TODAY, 18 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
One of the more obscure objectives Elon Musk has added to the list of priorities for his blue-ribbon commission on government efficiency is to do away with Daylight Saving Time.
—Peter Green, Quartz, 8 Dec. 2024
Find your blue-ribbon gifts and set the bar high for next year with our top picks below.
—Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Dec. 2024
Noun
Among the shop’s many accolades, Rahman has also been awarded numerous blue ribbons from the National Pie Championships, including those for her Orchard Fresh Apple Pie and Savory Herb Chicken Pot Pie.
—Madeline Weinfield, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2024
Residents also placed a blue ribbon at the spot where Walter would lounge in his memory, WSCS reported.
—Saman Shafiq, USA TODAY, 18 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blue-ribbon
Adjective
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Pumpkin Seeds Pumpkin seeds are an excellent source of iron.—
Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, RDN,
Health,
30 Apr. 2025
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He’s been excellent in dealing with traffic, as the Golden Knights put more bodies in front of him on Tuesday than pretty much the first four games.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Blue Ivy has been involved in several significant moments in her mother's career, including appearances at award shows and in music videos.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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The Saltzman-Leibovitz Prize awards $20,000 in total, with Hallosserie receiving the top prize of $10,000.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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Catcher Landon Hodge is terrific defensively and first baseman Josh Stonehouse has supplied surprising power.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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Gustavsson was terrific, stopping 23 of 25 shots to give the Wild a chance.—
Joe Smith,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Maybe this year, in homage to Keith, mark this momentous occasion by spinning his many songs while serving up a Kentucky bourbon pie and rooting for Render Judgment to take the top prize at Louisville's famed Churchill Downs track.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
28 Apr. 2025
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No, no one else won the jackpot, Match 5 + Power Play $2 million prize, or the Match 5 $1 million prize.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Washington Capitals, won 4-1 against Montreal Last week: 7 Sean: 4 Dom: 9 Pierre-Luc Dubois had a fine first round, but zero goals and two assists were still a step down from his wonderful regular season.—
Dom Luszczyszyn,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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Miss Nellie's is a lovely vibe post-show, and have a wonderful assortment of cocktails and mocktails.—
Shivani Vora,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
Noun
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Bathrooms are equally impressive, outfitted with marble countertops, rainfall showers, and premium amenities, providing a spa-like experience right in your room.—
Sherrie Nachman,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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In Meta, Morningstar sees significant upside, implying a 30% premium to current levels.—
Shannon Carroll,
Quartz,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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For all of his flaws during his two years in the top flight, Firpo has been superb in the Championship.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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Law exudes dogged intensity and Nicholas Hoult is superb as the charismatic white supremacist leader in a gripping action drama.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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When Kopitar won the honor in 2023, the Kings center also only had four penalty minutes that season.—
Julian McKenzie,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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Theater's highest honor, getting recognized with a nomination typically leads to an influx in box office sales, which new musicals desperately need during the crowded spring season.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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“Blue-ribbon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blue-ribbon. Accessed 11 May. 2025.
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