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
There’s first-rate Italian food at ROC, owned by chef Rocco Cadolini, for sumptuous pastas.
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John Mariani, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
The 5-year-old organization gathers uneaten first-rate catering from film and TV sets that would otherwise get tossed and delivers the meals to food pantries, shelters, nonprofits and low-income housing.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2025
The only enchiladas are chicken, with first-rate mole sauce, spicy tomatillo-jalapeno salsa verde or sour cream sauce, or in a platter with all three.
—Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Apr. 2025
The fare is first-rate, particularly the high-end Ristorante Del Lago and the lower-key Natural Epicurean.
—Josh Max, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025
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John Mariani, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
The 5-year-old organization gathers uneaten first-rate catering from film and TV sets that would otherwise get tossed and delivers the meals to food pantries, shelters, nonprofits and low-income housing.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2025
The only enchiladas are chicken, with first-rate mole sauce, spicy tomatillo-jalapeno salsa verde or sour cream sauce, or in a platter with all three.
—Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Apr. 2025
The fare is first-rate, particularly the high-end Ristorante Del Lago and the lower-key Natural Epicurean.
—Josh Max, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for first-rate
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Additionally, having read about the extensive fabric testing conducted by Article to ensure abrasion resistance (150% more testing than industry standard!), I was reassured that this would be an excellent investment piece for our home.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
12 May 2025
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The Spa The wellness spaces were not yet ready during my visit, so the hotel arranged an excellent massage in my suite.—
David Shortell,
Travel + Leisure,
12 May 2025
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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
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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
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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
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With superb cinematography from Jermaine Edwards, the visual look here is almost poetic at times.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
18 May 2025
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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
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Colombia’s coastal cities are famous for their cuisine, but don’t overlook their wonderful street foods.—
Cat Sposato,
AFAR Media,
15 May 2025
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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
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Even in Paris, this would make a great evening bag and match practically any outfit.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2025
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Otherwise, these are fantastic sheets that will last without breaking the bank.—
Nena Farrell,
Wired News,
19 May 2025
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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
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Flavors of light red fruit, cherry tart and sparking acidity with a lovely finish and pronounced length.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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The plot is basic and the dialogue merely serviceable, but there are lovely scenery shots throughout, the vastness, gentle light and deep colors of the American West illustrated carefully and evocatively by Hutchins’ — and Cline’s — camera work.—
Jocelyn Noveck,
Boston Herald,
9 May 2025
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Of course, Blue Ivy has been blowing fans away with her fierce performances and stellar moves throughout the show.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
11 May 2025
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The locals sure aren't, with an increasing number of surfers finally catching on to the islands' stellar swells.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
11 May 2025
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“First-rate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/first-rate. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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