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a list of titles that represents the crème de la crème of the multitude of books published over the past year
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Recent Examples of crème de la crème
Definitely the creme de la creme, for sure.
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William Lambers, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025
Every year, the world’s leading rum experts gather to taste through the creme de la creme of the rum world.
—Kate Dingwall, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
Every year, the world’s leading rum experts gather to taste through the creme de la creme of the rum world.
—Kate Dingwall, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
The creme de la creme of the X7 range, aka the Alpina XB7, will do the sprint to 60 in under four seconds, has more buttery soft leather in its interior than a Bottega Veneta factory, and a body kit that makes the already pretty X7 look just as mean as anything.
—Kyle Hyatt, Robb Report, 10 Apr. 2024
The brand’s debut property in the Mexican Caribbean has received high praise in its first year, establishing itself as the creme de la creme of Tulum stays.
—Dania Lucero Ortiz, Town & Country, 30 Aug. 2023
Netflix’s Love Is Blind, the creme de la creme of TV dating shows, is back for a big fourth season.
—Women's Health, 24 Mar. 2023
Kiara Sky is one of the nail world's creme de la creme brands.
—Tatjana Freund, ELLE, 22 Dec. 2022
Finally, the creme de la creme provides $150 in free bets if your first moneyline pick is a winner, which can be placed on any World Cup game.
—Gary Pearson | Catena Media, oregonlive, 6 Dec. 2022
William Lambers, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025
Every year, the world’s leading rum experts gather to taste through the creme de la creme of the rum world.
—Kate Dingwall, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
Every year, the world’s leading rum experts gather to taste through the creme de la creme of the rum world.
—Kate Dingwall, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
The creme de la creme of the X7 range, aka the Alpina XB7, will do the sprint to 60 in under four seconds, has more buttery soft leather in its interior than a Bottega Veneta factory, and a body kit that makes the already pretty X7 look just as mean as anything.
—Kyle Hyatt, Robb Report, 10 Apr. 2024
The brand’s debut property in the Mexican Caribbean has received high praise in its first year, establishing itself as the creme de la creme of Tulum stays.
—Dania Lucero Ortiz, Town & Country, 30 Aug. 2023
Netflix’s Love Is Blind, the creme de la creme of TV dating shows, is back for a big fourth season.
—Women's Health, 24 Mar. 2023
Kiara Sky is one of the nail world's creme de la creme brands.
—Tatjana Freund, ELLE, 22 Dec. 2022
Finally, the creme de la creme provides $150 in free bets if your first moneyline pick is a winner, which can be placed on any World Cup game.
—Gary Pearson | Catena Media, oregonlive, 6 Dec. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crème de la crème
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His 11 free-throw attempts and nine makes were personal postseason bests, both nearly doubling his season highs of six and five, respectively.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
15 May 2025
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Both times were just off his personal bests in both.—
Gary Curreri,
Sun Sentinel,
11 May 2025
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The franchise follows the drama filled, table flipped lives of wealthy women's lowbrow fights in upper crust cities across America.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
8 May 2025
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In the first month of the 2025 season, the disparity between Major League Baseball’s upper crust and its lower-revenue counterparts has never appeared more stark.—
Andy McCullough,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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Impossible decision Nicole and Kyle then had a choice to make.—
Karen Weintraub,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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This modern and modular outdoor option comes in both a love seat and a three-seater-sofa sizing to best suit your back patio and 10 fabric choices.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
15 May 2025
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His name has special significance: His first name, which means nobility and strength, was suggested by Arik's sister-in-law, while his middle name is the same as Arik’s.—
Emily Krauser,
People.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Some of Hollywood’s biggest names have centuries-old ties to nobility.—
Madeline Fitzgerald,
Quartz,
2 Jan. 2025
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Toiletries and cosmetic products that exceed 3.4 ounces are subject to removal, meaning you may be asked to toss out your luxe night cream or pricey hair serum if the container is too large.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
17 May 2025
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Over in César’s solo summer, his corn gazpacho with cherry tomatoes and pistachio cream isn’t nearly pumped up enough for the judges’ liking.—
Caroline Framke,
Vulture,
16 May 2025
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Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism.—
Ryan Anderson,
Arkansas Online,
15 May 2025
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Just American beef heading overseas to meet growing demand, backed by the highest standards in the world and a brand of quality that sells itself.—
Matt Robison,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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Oh, Mary! on Broadway in New York City on May 7. 25 of 120 Blondes Have More Fun Paris Hilton looks pretty in pink with Martha Stewart at the launch of PARIVIE at Zero Bond in New York City on May 6.—
Grace Harrington,
People.com,
8 May 2025
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There’s royal blue, light, baby pink, sterling check, mocha brown, and now, emerald green.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 May 2025
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Years passed and Bergoglio indeed opted for priesthood.—
Claudia Rebaza,
CNN Money,
22 Apr. 2025
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Overall, wrote Kate McElwee for the National Catholic Register in 2023, the cause of female priesthood did not advance far under Francis’ leadership.—
Christopher Parker,
Smithsonian Magazine,
21 Apr. 2025
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“Crème de la crème.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cr%C3%A8me%20de%20la%20cr%C3%A8me. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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