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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
Combining his culinary expertise with a passion for personalized, elevated dining experiences, Turner launched his own brand, offering exclusive private chef services designed for clients who value exceptional food and unforgettable moments.
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Wyles Daniel, AZCentral.com, 2 Oct. 2025
After an exceptional run, The Chi will come to an end with its upcoming eighth season.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 1 Oct. 2025
Only those who see a legitimate H-1B pathway will gamble on an American education, meaning the country will attract fewer of the exceptional minds who have historically powered Silicon Valley’s vibrant startup ecosystem.
—Jim Edwards, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2025
Each was an exceptional play that delivered on defensive passing game coordinator Christian Parker’s summer affirmation that Mitchell could be one of the league’s greats.
—Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
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Wyles Daniel, AZCentral.com, 2 Oct. 2025
After an exceptional run, The Chi will come to an end with its upcoming eighth season.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 1 Oct. 2025
Only those who see a legitimate H-1B pathway will gamble on an American education, meaning the country will attract fewer of the exceptional minds who have historically powered Silicon Valley’s vibrant startup ecosystem.
—Jim Edwards, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2025
Each was an exceptional play that delivered on defensive passing game coordinator Christian Parker’s summer affirmation that Mitchell could be one of the league’s greats.
—Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exceptional
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As a result, Ecuador has avoided the extraordinary inflation that has afflicted so many nations in South America, including Argentina.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
8 Oct. 2025
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Created in her honor, this rose symbolizes her lifelong mission to protect people, animals, and the environment, offering gardeners a living reminder of her extraordinary impact and enduring message of hope.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Oct. 2025
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Casalaspro, a disabled NYC Department of Sanitation worker, was beheaded, the New York Post reported.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
8 Oct. 2025
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His comments came after his cousin, Human Resources Minister Ahmad Al Rajhi, suspended parts of the social security program (largely for the elderly, disabled, and widows).—
Manal Albarakati,
semafor.com,
8 Oct. 2025
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The company’s mission is to eliminate design errors and accelerate innovation through intelligent automation.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Oct. 2025
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His modernization was both intelligent and beautiful, rooted in Coco’s own starting point — menswear codes and techniques.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
7 Oct. 2025
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This is not particularly unusual, and in a traditional 4-2-3-1 system, forcing a team down one side is effective.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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The lawsuit is the first to challenge the administration's unusual use of partisan messaging in government communications during the shutdown, which legal experts told NPR may violate federal ethics laws.—
Shannon Bond,
NPR,
5 Oct. 2025
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More information from the EEOC on disability discrimination against individuals who are blind or visually impaired is online here.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 Sep. 2025
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Key Takeaways Alcohol and Benadryl both depress the central nervous system (CNS), and combining them can dramatically worsen side effects like drowsiness, slowed breathing, confusion, and impaired coordination.—
Alex Yampolsky,
Verywell Health,
29 Sep. 2025
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The combination of clear instructions, clever engineering and high-energy videos makes CrunchLabs stand out among subscription boxes, offering a yearlong experience that feels fresh with each delivery.—
Emily Glover,
Parents,
2 Oct. 2025
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Luckily, clever Frances must have understood her caper was destined for failure.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
1 Oct. 2025
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These unique skills are essential for the one requirement that the commission must do — pass a balanced budget.—
Miami Herald Staff,
Miami Herald,
8 Oct. 2025
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Participants will learn the differences between dabbling and diving ducks, their unique characteristics and how to use eBird to find local waterfowl viewing hot spots.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 Oct. 2025
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But as Abetti freely admits, there is a chasm between a brilliant idea and a lasting enterprise.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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These little Swedish jewels are a reminder that even the most stoic and pragmatic carmakers can inspire with a brilliant high note of design and imagination.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Exceptional.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exceptional. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.
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