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as in extraordinary
being out of the ordinary
an exceptional amount of snow fell in March
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as in disabled
deprived of the power to perform one or more natural bodily activities
her experience working with exceptional children was rewarding and inspiring
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as in intelligent
having or showing quickness of mind
a special school for exceptional children
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Recent Examples of exceptional
The Thunder provided an exceptional situation.
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Fred Katz, New York Times, 27 May 2026
These are approaches that strengthen our entire aviation system without abandoning the diversity that makes American aviation exceptional.
—Scott Ramsden, Sun Sentinel, 26 May 2026
They're built for deep focus, and come with an exceptional 50 hours of wireless playtime (ANC on), seamless Google Fast Pair, and comfortable memory foam earpads.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 26 May 2026
The Pop Up Film Residency Wildcard is designed to support exceptional film talents from countries in a state of political unrest.
—Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 19 May 2026
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Fred Katz, New York Times, 27 May 2026
These are approaches that strengthen our entire aviation system without abandoning the diversity that makes American aviation exceptional.
—Scott Ramsden, Sun Sentinel, 26 May 2026
They're built for deep focus, and come with an exceptional 50 hours of wireless playtime (ANC on), seamless Google Fast Pair, and comfortable memory foam earpads.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 26 May 2026
The Pop Up Film Residency Wildcard is designed to support exceptional film talents from countries in a state of political unrest.
—Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 19 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for exceptional
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exceptional
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This show is the record of a traveling salon, a celebration of Morrison’s extraordinary work, and a love letter to reading closely in community.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 May 2026
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When enjoyed together, something extraordinary is revealed.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 May 2026
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These tax-advantaged accounts can be opened by an individual who is disabled or their authorized representative — for example, a parent, legal guardian, or agent named in their power of attorney.—
Sharon Epperson,
CNBC,
27 May 2026
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This will provide separate options for bikes and pedestrians, while adding areas for disabled vehicles and emergency responders.—
Brian Sherrod,
CBS News,
26 May 2026
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According to the company, the system has become a key part of its broader push to expand intelligent driving capabilities across its vehicle lineup, CarNewsChina reported.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
24 May 2026
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Maybe intelligent aliens do not want to communicate with us, and conceal their existence.—
Dani Di Placido,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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The Chattahoochee Riverkeeper says spikes in bacteria levels after storms are common, but experts say the duration of the current contamination event is unusual.—
Monique John,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
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But a true cure is elusive because hepatitis B has an unusual ability to hide in the body, ready to rebound if therapy stops.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
28 May 2026
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But the investigator concluded in his report that alcohol was not a factor in the crash and that Pino, in his opinion, was not impaired.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
28 May 2026
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When the body remains in prolonged states of stress or hypervigilance, muscles may remain chronically contracted, inflammation can increase, sleep quality may decline, and recovery mechanisms may become impaired.—
Meggen Harris,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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There’s a fine blue line between stupid and clever.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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Auoon Clip-On Pot Strainer This clever clip-on pot strainer takes up less space in the cabinet and the dishwasher, and makes quick work of straining pasta water, washing fruit and vegetables, and more.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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Rober sees something even bigger in it — a unique parallel between what Disney built and what creators are building now.—
Jon Youshaei,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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But because Da Nang is on the Central Coast, there’s also some regional dishes there that are pretty unique to that city.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
30 May 2026
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The Brazilian defender had been brilliant all match but sends his penalty blazing over the bar.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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Opposition player of the season Federico Valverde was brilliant when City were beaten at the Santiago Bernabeu in the Champions League last 16.—
Sam Lee,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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“Exceptional.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exceptional. Accessed 31 May. 2026.
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