as in excellent
of the very best kind
a first-class production of a classic American musical
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Recent Examples of first-class
Last month, Amtrak updated its Acela first-class menu with dishes designed by James Beard award-winning restaurateur Stephen Starr.
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Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 13 Aug. 2025
Our dad was incredibly passionate about providing first-class production service infrastructure to the Canadian and international film and TV communities.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 11 Aug. 2025
Since the takeover, Newcastle’s recruitment has been first-class, but their strategy this summer, to bring in oven-ready players for the Premier League, has been flawed.
—George Caulkin, New York Times, 11 Aug. 2025
Everything is always a first-class party in their lives.
—Kels Dayton, Hartford Courant, 2 Aug. 2025
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Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 13 Aug. 2025
Our dad was incredibly passionate about providing first-class production service infrastructure to the Canadian and international film and TV communities.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 11 Aug. 2025
Since the takeover, Newcastle’s recruitment has been first-class, but their strategy this summer, to bring in oven-ready players for the Premier League, has been flawed.
—George Caulkin, New York Times, 11 Aug. 2025
Everything is always a first-class party in their lives.
—Kels Dayton, Hartford Courant, 2 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for first-class
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Gang Green began the night with excellent field position, but it was wasted away after gaining just one first down.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
16 Aug. 2025
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Compensation of a sort came as the excellent form continued in the league.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
16 Aug. 2025
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Jalen Coker, a second-year receiver who’s had a wonderful camp, will play Thursday.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Aug. 2025
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The outpouring from the community has been wonderful, and everyone has been willing to help, though there isn’t much anyone can do at the moment, according to Guzauskas.—
R. Christian Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Aug. 2025
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While much of that is thanks to an explosive offense that features Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry, the Ravens also have some terrific players on the defensive side of the ball, which should not come as much of a surprise given their history.—
Matthew Schmidt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Aug. 2025
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Temuera Morrison plays a terrific villain as the murderous King Kahekili.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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The Palm Beach show is supported by a clutch of superb dining and accommodation options within walking distance of the show on the mainland in West Palm, and others on the island of Palm Beach proper a short drive away.—
Kathleen Turner,
Forbes.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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As previously hinted, fans of the original series know which of Ellen’s brothers emerges victorious: burly Dougal (Sam Retford) or clever, crippled Colum (a superb Séamus McLean Ross).—
Graham Hillard,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Aug. 2025
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By many measures, Alonso was already the greatest home run hitter in Mets history.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
13 Aug. 2025
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There is no greater disparity in the polls than the Sooners checking in at No. 18 in the AP and being the best of the rest among the coaches who voted.—
Tom Layberger,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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Dining was in the lovely dining room or outside under propane heaters with cozy Pendleton blankets.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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Artist booths will line two paved roads, one of which offers lovely views of the Meadow Lake.—
Jennifer Day,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Aug. 2025
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But now, the historic home faces something beautiful and meaningful: the city's newest park.—
Dana Afana,
Freep.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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First crushes, first loves, the beautiful days of summer, and heartbreak are what made this book an instant hit with teens.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Parents,
14 Aug. 2025
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The Cardinal travel to Hawaii, where the scenery will be fantastic and hopefully the game matches it.—
Erick Smith,
USA Today,
23 Aug. 2025
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How Combat Works in Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter Combat in the Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter remake is pretty fantastic.—
David Jagneaux,
Forbes.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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“First-class.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/first-class. Accessed 26 Aug. 2025.
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