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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
Elizabeth Bennett, Vogue, 20 June 2025
With an adjustable arm and lamp head, this LED task light has been modernized with a USB charging port but still maintains the same low-key charm of a classic adjustable light.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 20 June 2025
Meg Walters, EW.com, 19 June 2025
Alex Garland dreamed up 28 Days Later… in the early 2000s, there was no Zombie Entertainment Industrial Complex outside of the Romero classics and Resident Evil.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 18 June 2025
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Adjective
According to Dermatologists By Brianna Peters For classic luxury, five star Palacio Vallier overlooking Plaza Manises is by far the frontrunner.
—Elizabeth Bennett, Vogue, 20 June 2025
With an adjustable arm and lamp head, this LED task light has been modernized with a USB charging port but still maintains the same low-key charm of a classic adjustable light.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 20 June 2025
Noun
Finding Nemo is a Pixar classic that tells the story of the hyper-anxious Marlin (Albert Brooks) and his rebellious son, Nemo (Alexander Gould).
—Meg Walters, EW.com, 19 June 2025
Alex Garland dreamed up 28 Days Later… in the early 2000s, there was no Zombie Entertainment Industrial Complex outside of the Romero classics and Resident Evil.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 18 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for classic
Adjective
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Though often considered difficult to breed in captivity, this collection of four egg-bearing males acts as a beacon of hope for the future of marine wildlife conservation, ultimately highlighting the need for exemplary zoos and aquariums to support the battle for preserving global biodiversity.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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A day after dicing up one of the sport’s toughest courses (65), Burns backed it up with another exemplary performance.—
Justin Ray,
New York Times,
15 June 2025
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There are many excellent CRM platforms that are available at a much lower price point and that can serve the needs of most small and mid-sized businesses.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
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Along the way, there have been some other expressions as well, including single barrel, barrel-proof whiskeys, a series of excellent cask-strength American single malts, and rye whiskeys made with different grain varietals.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
29 June 2025
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Unlike compensation packages that competitors can readily replicate, values alignment creates a distinctive organizational signature that strongly resists imitation—genuine congruence between how leaders navigate complex decisions and how your organization operates daily.—
Tara Fitzpatrick-Navarro,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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There is very little on the menu that’s distinctive.—
Eric E. Harrison,
Arkansas Online,
25 June 2025
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Others believe Wilcox to be among the most impressive operators at his level, appreciating his unassuming but authoritative manner.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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Another authoritative industry figure who presented at Gem Genève was Rui Galopim de Carvalho, FGA, DGA, author of Gempedia: A Comprehensive Glossary For Gemstones and Gemmology.—
Kyle Roderick,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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In the cerebral artery flow model in the lab, Heit says, the milli-spinner was 100% effective at removing clots in more than 500 attempts.—
Ani Freedman,
Fortune,
27 June 2025
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Towards the end of the video, the former Victoria’s Secret model reflected on how surreal her new flagship store felt.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
27 June 2025
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For Williams, all of life seems to be captured in the oversized mandibles of Spielberg’s enduring cinematic masterpiece.—
Marco della Cava,
USA Today,
19 June 2025
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It is also widely considered by the global whisky industry to be a masterpiece in terms of the quality and consistency that has been maintained over decades at a mass scale of production.—
Felipe Schrieberg,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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This T-shirt is for the patriot who values the core ideals of the Declaration of Independence: Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.—
Caitlyn Martyn
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FOXNews.com,
19 June 2025
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Plush amenities, ranging from a custom quartz bar and home theater to a negative-edge pool and sports court, make the property ideal for year-round hosting.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
17 June 2025
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In branding, strategy plays a quintessential role in defining what is working and what is not.—
Sahil Gandhi,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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Schultz’s Crab House 1732 Old Eastern Ave, Essex For the quintessential crab house experience, head to Schultz’s Crab House.—
Christina Tkacik,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
18 June 2025
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“Classic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classic. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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