as in excellent
of the very best kind
wanted a first-rate bike and not the cheap model she had been using
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Recent Examples of first-rate
Austin audiences could chose among three first-rate jukebox musicals, which employ existing songs rather than an original scores.
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Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
But the first-rate digital creature designs must contend with an air of weariness.
—Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune, 1 July 2025
The blend of physical locations with sets and digital imagery is seamless and the CG work on the creatures is first-rate, notably so in the scary climactic stretch when the lumbering D. Rex joins the fray.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 30 June 2025
Available to military families, USAA is touted nationwide for its affordable coverage and first-rate customer service.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 30 June 2025
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Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
But the first-rate digital creature designs must contend with an air of weariness.
—Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune, 1 July 2025
The blend of physical locations with sets and digital imagery is seamless and the CG work on the creatures is first-rate, notably so in the scary climactic stretch when the lumbering D. Rex joins the fray.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 30 June 2025
Available to military families, USAA is touted nationwide for its affordable coverage and first-rate customer service.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for first-rate
Adjective
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And its large, thin leaves do provide excellent material to us as mulch or in a compost pile.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
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
Adjective
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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
Adjective
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Scrupulous and enterprising reporting rarely combine with such superb storytelling.—
Book Marks
August 8,
Literary Hub,
8 Aug. 2025
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The Ghana international was superb against Arsenal and gave Lewis-Skelly a difficult evening.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
31 July 2025
Adjective
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Caring, smart and fun with a wonderful calming Zen demeanor.—
Lauren Huff Published,
EW.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Preserving history is wonderful, but so is safety. — Mary Ellen Stepowany, Baltimore Add your voice: Respond to this piece or other Sun content by submitting your own letter.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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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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By many measures, Alonso was already the greatest home run hitter in Mets history.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
13 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Wong flew through her release and double layout to close a fantastic start to her 2025 Championship.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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With the Sun connecting with the star Sirius in the sky, and the intense energy brought from the double eights on Aug. 8, the universe is giving us a fantastic opportunity to set our hopes in motion.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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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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Hollander’s lovely Wauwatosa location will be shut down for some time, as well — at least six weeks, according to Lowlands Group Founder and CEO Eric Wagner.—
Rachel Bernhard,
jsonline.com,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The only crime series in the top 10, the Japanese Giri/Haji was a stellar split time between Japan and London, and dives deep into the world of Yakuza.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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The stellar chocolate chip cookie has what almost tastes like a tang that makes each bite more delicious.—
Sam Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
15 Aug. 2025
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“First-rate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/first-rate. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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