as in superb
of the very best kind
fast-food fans rate this chain's fries as excellent
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Recent Examples of excellent
With its compact form, Suntastic™ 'Radiance' Abelia also makes an excellent container plant.
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026
Those windows are excellent at thermal insulation, also resulting in lower humidity levels and greater energy efficiency.
—Jessica Elliott, Dallas Morning News, 19 Feb. 2026
Pumpkin Seeds Pumpkin seeds are an excellent source of magnesium, providing 154 mg, or 37% of the DV, per ounce.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 19 Feb. 2026
Other shopping and dining options While Aventura Mall makes an excellent home base, World Cup visitors have plenty of other options worth exploring.
—Taylor Haught, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026
Those windows are excellent at thermal insulation, also resulting in lower humidity levels and greater energy efficiency.
—Jessica Elliott, Dallas Morning News, 19 Feb. 2026
Pumpkin Seeds Pumpkin seeds are an excellent source of magnesium, providing 154 mg, or 37% of the DV, per ounce.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 19 Feb. 2026
Other shopping and dining options While Aventura Mall makes an excellent home base, World Cup visitors have plenty of other options worth exploring.
—Taylor Haught, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for excellent
Adjective
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His recent 25-point, 10-rebound, four-assist game versus Utah was superb in leading the Brooklyn Nets to a win.—
Sam Vecenie,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Grapevine rallies to advance over Chisholm Trail Fort Worth Chisholm Trail jumped out to an early lead, but Grapevine rallied with a superb night from the free throw line to defeat the Rangers 56-47 in a Class 5A Division II bi-district game on Monday at Thomas Coliseum in Haltom City.—
Darren Lauber,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Thankfully, the wonderful leaders of our great state of Florida have corrected this problem.—
Krys Fluker,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 Feb. 2026
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Spring is a wonderful time of year to visit, before the crowds descend for the summer months.—
Irenie Forshaw,
TheWeek,
17 Feb. 2026
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Rose is a terrific story told with confidence and brisk pacing, but also a great vehicle for the astonishing Hüller.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Feb. 2026
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Early in the second period, Franzreb made two terrific saves, the first one a glove stab on a Dylan Larkin shorthanded bid and the second on an Eichel breakaway, who had just stepped out the box.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
15 Feb. 2026
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Suites with interconnecting doors across the balcony are a great choice for larger families, and most regular activities include child-friendly options, like the beginner’s surfing classes in calmer waves or toddler bikes for cycling along the nature reserve.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 Feb. 2026
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There is a fantastic Lam retrospective at the Modern Museum of Art, but Scott had the idea months before and went to great lengths to convince Lam’s estate to collaborate.—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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Conveniently located in the heart of Admiralty, right by Hong Kong’s major fashion and finance centers, the hotel promises a fantastic location, great views, personable staff, and classic European elegance.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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Romanticize your life with a fantastical manicure, like these glittery jade-green nails with stunning 3D flowers.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
21 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Across Boston and online, locals have access to some educational and awesome Black History Month arts events.—
Jed Gottlieb,
Boston Herald,
15 Feb. 2026
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The advanced technology peered even deeper into the sword, revealing that the craftsmanship around the pommel was truly awesome.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Feb. 2026
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The outdoor pool is just as lovely too.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 Feb. 2026
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From the lovely greens to the steeper blues and blacks, Pleasant Mountain delivers.—
Moira McCarthy,
Boston Herald,
18 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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No outfit is complete without a fabulous bag and a cute pair of shoes.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Feb. 2026
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Black-eyed Susan also self-seeds in the garden to keep your fence line looking fabulous.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
14 Feb. 2026
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“Excellent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/excellent. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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