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as in models
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 masterpieces
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 incarnations
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 classics
Publix has their bakery classics that never disappoint—cookie cake and Key lime pie for us always are at the top of lists.
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Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2026
Screenings take place on select days throughout the year, featuring a range of movie classics at the historic Aurora Fox Arts Center.
—Christa Swanson, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
From comfort food classics to more elevated plates, several bites stood out at a preview event.
—Alexa Stone
january 9, Kansas City Star, 9 Jan. 2026
This video is a modern take on two classics that transforms the fairy tales into a musical, pairing new songs with the traditional storylines.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 9 Jan. 2026
Everybody loves putting on those Nora Efron classics, and the filmmakers here were striving to make something that was a modern answer to those that was in discussion with When Harry Met Sally and those greats.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 9 Jan. 2026
Exploremores will be sold alongside returning classics like Thin Mints, Samoas and Peanut Butter Patties/Tagalongs when the 2026 Girl Scout Cookie season begins, with availability varying by region and local troop.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 8 Jan. 2026
Expect Mexican classics such as huevos divorciados and enchiladas verdes with a satisfyingly spicy sauce, alongside buffet-style pan dulce, fruit, yogurt, and, of course, fresh coffee and juice.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Jan. 2026
After multiple years of serving lumpias, silog plates and other Filipino classics at weddings and other private parties, the restaurant opened in 2023, with its adorable pig logo prominently displayed out front.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2026
Screenings take place on select days throughout the year, featuring a range of movie classics at the historic Aurora Fox Arts Center.
—Christa Swanson, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
From comfort food classics to more elevated plates, several bites stood out at a preview event.
—Alexa Stone
january 9, Kansas City Star, 9 Jan. 2026
This video is a modern take on two classics that transforms the fairy tales into a musical, pairing new songs with the traditional storylines.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 9 Jan. 2026
Everybody loves putting on those Nora Efron classics, and the filmmakers here were striving to make something that was a modern answer to those that was in discussion with When Harry Met Sally and those greats.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 9 Jan. 2026
Exploremores will be sold alongside returning classics like Thin Mints, Samoas and Peanut Butter Patties/Tagalongs when the 2026 Girl Scout Cookie season begins, with availability varying by region and local troop.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 8 Jan. 2026
Expect Mexican classics such as huevos divorciados and enchiladas verdes with a satisfyingly spicy sauce, alongside buffet-style pan dulce, fruit, yogurt, and, of course, fresh coffee and juice.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Jan. 2026
After multiple years of serving lumpias, silog plates and other Filipino classics at weddings and other private parties, the restaurant opened in 2023, with its adorable pig logo prominently displayed out front.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for classics
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Unitree’s humanoids are powered by its proprietary AI models and feature quick-swappable batteries, depth perception systems, and payload capacities suitable for inspection and manipulation tasks.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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Unlike other models, the gel fibers offer a bounce-back effect that allows your pillows to keep their fluffy shape for an even longer lifespan.—
Megan Schaltegger,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
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Mindhunter is one of David Fincher’s absolute masterpieces, a pinnacle of true crime television aided by excellent performances all around.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
2 Jan. 2026
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My room was in one of the hotel’s newer wings, where old Dutch masterpieces from the Schörghuber family’s private collection adorned the halls.—
Siobhan Reid,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Dec. 2025
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Coercive apparatuses vary widely among authoritarian countries, which inherit legacy structures from previous regimes or previous incarnations of their own regimes.—
Stephen Kotkin,
Foreign Affairs,
16 Dec. 2025
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Of the many incarnations of the narcissist, there is the braggart, and there is also the neurotic.—
Doreen St. Félix,
New Yorker,
6 Dec. 2025
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Needham compiled its list by polling researchers for their ideas about which stocks would outperform in 2026.—
Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
16 Jan. 2026
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Let my trusty spreadsheet join the parade of ideas on splitting up California.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
16 Jan. 2026
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Other producers have collaborated to figure out how to prevent flaws without compromising their ideals.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
13 Jan. 2026
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The belief that every student is capable of this kind of thinking, and deserves to experience it, was one of the noblest ideals of democratic education.—
Adam Kirsch,
The Atlantic,
13 Jan. 2026
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Key Takeaways Running, cycling, HIIT, and jumping rope are all examples of cardio exercise proven to improve cholesterol profiles.—
Sohaib Imtiaz,
Verywell Health,
14 Jan. 2026
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Strangely some of the most famous examples are of accountants and insurance salesman.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Jan. 2026
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The collection is built around a fascination of the forest, its mystery, beauty, and the sublime forces of nature, its perfections and imperfections.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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On the choruses, SZA’s voice floats in from the back, sharing manifestations and advice.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
30 Dec. 2025
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Gold is a color associated with luxury, luminosity, and celebration—ideal for the holidays and all your New Year manifestations.—
Andrea Carbajal,
Glamour,
13 Dec. 2025
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“Classics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classics. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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