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Recent Examples of excellent Bobrovsky does not have excellent stats this postseason. Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 11 May 2025 Meanwhile, for the next two weeks, your ability to do all kinds of mental work will be excellent. Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 10 May 2025 First things first, this sunscreen provides excellent sun protection. Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 10 May 2025 He’s been excellent in dealing with traffic, as the Golden Knights put more bodies in front of him on Tuesday than pretty much the first four games. Michael Russo, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for excellent
Recent Examples of Synonyms for excellent
Adjective
  • The high-quality tri-ply cladding (two layers of stainless steel with an aluminum core) does a superb job spreading heat evenly across the surface of the pan, delivering consistent and even cooking results.
    Wilder Davies, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 May 2025
  • With superb cinematography from Jermaine Edwards, the visual look here is almost poetic at times.
    Pete Hammond, Deadline, 18 May 2025
Adjective
  • Its deep, shiny green foliage is a wonderful complement to the perfectly peachy hue of each rose.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2025
  • Colombia’s coastal cities are famous for their cuisine, but don’t overlook their wonderful street foods.
    Cat Sposato, AFAR Media, 15 May 2025
Adjective
  • Comment Wow, what a terrific series finale to Luthen, the acclaimed Disney+ show about the rebel who challenged an Empire, and also all of the other rebels, mostly by lecturing them incessantly.
    Jesse Hassenger, Vulture, 14 May 2025
  • Already an Olympic bronze medalist thanks to her play for Team USA's 3 vs. 3 squad at the 2024 Paris games, Van Lith concluded a terrific NCAA career with a final season starring in the Big 12 for Texas Christian University.
    Alex Kirschenbaum, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 May 2025
Adjective
  • In fact, 89% of C-suite marketers recognize that employees can bring great value to their businesses as influencers.
    Sarah Goodall, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
  • Even in Paris, this would make a great evening bag and match practically any outfit.
    Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 20 May 2025
Adjective
  • Otherwise, these are fantastic sheets that will last without breaking the bank.
    Nena Farrell, Wired News, 19 May 2025
  • Guzzo said that just about every seat inside has fantastic sight lines, from the lower level to the upper deck and even the outfield standing room area.
    Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 17 May 2025
Adjective
  • Shark can't escape trio of fish in 'awesome' underwater chase A remarkable scene unfolded in Florida waters as three fish began chasing a shark, which appeared to be pretty bothered by their attention.
    Ashley J. DiMella, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2025
  • The settler spirit, much derided now, represented an awesome ability.
    Andrew Moore, New York Times, 15 May 2025
Adjective
  • Flavors of light red fruit, cherry tart and sparking acidity with a lovely finish and pronounced length.
    Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
  • Twain’s final decades were his Job years, the opposite of quiet and smooth and lovely.
    Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 9 May 2025
Adjective
  • The Encinitas Coastal Rotary Club looks forward to hosting the event again next year, promising even more excitement, community spirit, and fabulous designer handbags.
    News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 May 2025
  • In fact, his goal, after a fabulous assist by Leroy Sané, was almost Mülleresque.
    Manuel Veth, Forbes.com, 10 May 2025

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“Excellent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/excellent. Accessed 24 May. 2025.

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