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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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The Kings tied franchise bests for wins (48) and points (105) this season and won a team-record 31 times at home during the regular season, finishing ahead of the Oilers in the Pacific Division standings for the first time in seven years.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2025
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Both placements are new personal bests for the rapper.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Finally, please bring back Cook’s wealthy, upper crust mom, because that was a fascinating dynamic.—
Vlada Gelman,
TVLine,
11 Apr. 2025
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The Gospel authors, far from being community leaders preserving oral sayings for largely illiterate followers, were highly literate members of a small, erudite upper crust, distant in experience, attitude, and geography from any Galilean peasant preachers.—
Adam Gopnik,
The New Yorker,
24 Mar. 2025
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The song was a fitting choice not only for the sky, but for a three-day celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month at Baum-Walker Stadium.—
Matt Byrne,
Arkansas Online,
3 May 2025
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Abstaining from alcohol while in the air is a simple and responsible choice.—
Christopher Elliott,
USA Today,
3 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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Though traditional wisdom says that those with textured skin should stay away from powdered blushes, Lisa Eldridge, makeup artist and brand founder, insists that modern powders layer beautifully with cream blush for a look that creates volume—an ideal scenario for the woman over 50.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
2 May 2025
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For those looking for shorter-term coverage, the best hair colors for gray hair are also available in temporary, semi-permanent, and demi-permanent formulas that range from creams and gels to glosses and sprays.—
Jenny Berg,
Allure,
2 May 2025
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However, what remains unchanged in towns across America is the quality and trustworthiness of local experts; the individuals who serve as pillars of their communities.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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His diary contains illustrations of animals, plants, and landscapes, and their quality varies.—
Danny Robb,
JSTOR Daily,
2 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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Born in Argentina, Jorge Mario Bergoglio first joined the Catholic priesthood in 1969.—
Alan Taylor,
The Atlantic,
21 Apr. 2025
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