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as in distinction
a quality that gives something special worth
claimed that granite has so many excellencies as material for countertops that it is well worth the high price
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as in excellence
exceptionally high quality
the excellency of the violins crafted by Stradivarius is beyond dispute
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Recent Examples of excellency
Education was considered an individual pursuit marked by moral excellency and only the students who did the best in school would have proceeded to higher education.
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Sara Novak,
Discover Magazine,
12 Nov. 2024
Zurich said the Game Changer Award pays tribute to excellency in the film business with a focus on leaders that not only cherish change and forward-thinking approaches in the business, but also stand for the DNA of what cinema has represented since its invention.
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Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
10 Sep. 2024
Paradise Dynasty, Kang Kang, Long Xing Ji, Hui Tou Xiang, Min Min Pie House (and so many more) should all be household names worthy of recognition for their myriad styles and excellency.
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Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Jan. 2024
The Campari Passion for Film Award honors excellency in behind-the-camera crafts talent.
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Scott Roxborough,
The Hollywood Reporter,
10 Aug. 2023
Seeing the back of a coach who has taken English soccer to new levels of excellency in his longer-than-expected time at City will be a relief to the rest of the Premier League.
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Tim Bielik,
cleveland,
5 Aug. 2022
Her excellency’s message in her first address with the new title?
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Justin Curto,
Vulture,
30 Nov. 2021
Sara Novak,
Discover Magazine,
12 Nov. 2024
Zurich said the Game Changer Award pays tribute to excellency in the film business with a focus on leaders that not only cherish change and forward-thinking approaches in the business, but also stand for the DNA of what cinema has represented since its invention.
—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
10 Sep. 2024
Paradise Dynasty, Kang Kang, Long Xing Ji, Hui Tou Xiang, Min Min Pie House (and so many more) should all be household names worthy of recognition for their myriad styles and excellency.
—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Jan. 2024
The Campari Passion for Film Award honors excellency in behind-the-camera crafts talent.
—
Scott Roxborough,
The Hollywood Reporter,
10 Aug. 2023
Seeing the back of a coach who has taken English soccer to new levels of excellency in his longer-than-expected time at City will be a relief to the rest of the Premier League.
—
Tim Bielik,
cleveland,
5 Aug. 2022
Her excellency’s message in her first address with the new title?
—
Justin Curto,
Vulture,
30 Nov. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for excellency
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There's an important distinction between a role being loved by fans and a role being loved by the actress who played her, however.
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That distinction belonged to William McChesney Martin, who served from 1951 until early 1970.
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The group categories delivered two distinct flavors of excellence.
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Who knew Disney had such an individualistic story about the moral responsibility of excellence in them?
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The values imparted to me throughout my public school education — equal opportunity, impartial justice, respect for expertise, basic honesty — have been abandoned by a new breed of politician that has turned governance itself into a blood sport.
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That Teng could even accomplish it and have some success speaks to his value and adaptability.
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Critics argued that the message of a White man elevated above both a Native American and an African symbolized racial superiority.
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Word about Hitler’s belief in Aryan superiority had spread far, and many observers warned of its genocidal, war-bringing ramifications.
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Still, some experts say the lack of awareness may delay some eligible adults from taking advantage of the new coverage and getting on the treatments immediately.
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The Dodgers took full advantage of the Padres’ defensive mistakes to jump-start their offense.
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Light and Breezy One of the many virtues of the ’60s shift is its simplicity.
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Understanding character and how potential virtues can manifest as vices is a starting point; however, knowing is not enough.
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Wilkins was quick to defend her participation and her merits as a musical act.
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Cases granted certiorari move onto the merits stage.
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Mbappé, a compact, powerful player who moves across the top of the box with flawless grace, attracts the most attention on the World Cup stage.
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Bear detractors may feel that Carmy is getting off too easily in this episode, and that the grace he’s shown is a bit too narratively convenient.
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“Excellency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/excellency. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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