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
The supporting cast also is first-rate, if not given a lot of screen time, with romantic interests for Julie including Nicholas Braun as a mentalist hired for Russ’ birthday party and a naked, guitar-playing Don Juan named Jackson (Charlie Gillespie).
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Pete Hammond, Deadline, 19 May 2025
That’s because Dolby Cinema screens will always have first-rate seats, which can’t always be said of an IMAX screen.
—Benny Har-Even, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
This gave the team access to first-rate student facilities, albeit with a tiny budget, and an opportunity to join what is now the Championship.
—George Caulkin, New York Times, 1 May 2025
So Velvet Taco has added a $14.99 combo platter with two sides, chips and its first-rate quesos, salsa or guac.
—Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Apr. 2025
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Pete Hammond, Deadline, 19 May 2025
That’s because Dolby Cinema screens will always have first-rate seats, which can’t always be said of an IMAX screen.
—Benny Har-Even, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
This gave the team access to first-rate student facilities, albeit with a tiny budget, and an opportunity to join what is now the Championship.
—George Caulkin, New York Times, 1 May 2025
So Velvet Taco has added a $14.99 combo platter with two sides, chips and its first-rate quesos, salsa or guac.
—Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for first-rate
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The enchanting espionage comedy flaunts an excellent Benicio del Toro as a 1950s industrialist, who, after surviving an attempt on his life, names his estranged daughter Liesl (Mia Threapleton) as heir to his empire.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
24 May 2025
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Give your wooden nickel to the mixologist, take your pick between La Babia, an excellent margarita, or Three Emmas, grab a book off the shelf, and take a seat.—
Mae Hamilton,
Travel + Leisure,
24 May 2025
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Even with challenging oppositions, Siakam has been terrific throughout the playoffs.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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The second half of the film is simpler and stronger, with a terrific supporting performance by ASAP Rocky as a rapper named Yung Felon.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2025
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Finney-Smith would be a superb 3-and-D starting power forward if Jarrett Allen is traded and the Cavaliers move Mobley to center.—
Matt Levine,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 May 2025
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Cheung and Francis are superb, as is Moses Villarama as Bo’s buddy, Virgil, who sees his own sorrow bearing down on him, inevitable and enveloping, like the blizzard outside.—
Rachel Syme,
New Yorker,
30 May 2025
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My daughter came to live with us for nine wonderful years.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
27 May 2025
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Your wonderful dog may or may not hanker to break routine and go on holiday.—
John Oseid,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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The Seven of Pentacles is a gentle reminder that great things take time.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 June 2025
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The ‘bomb squad’ was a negative distraction at the start of this season but the number involved in it could be even greater this time around.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
1 June 2025
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Overall, the whole Neuralink experience has been fantastic.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2025
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To livestream the Reds-Cubs online on MLB Network, a subscription to Hulu + Live TV is a fantastic option with plans starting at $82.99 per month.—
Rudie Obias,
HollywoodReporter,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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Why the lovely Mehri falls for such a loser — Hamid is one of the least charming grooms in recent memory — can only by explained by the lack of options available to her.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
23 May 2025
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The scoring sequence followed a lovely Bobrovsky save on a shorthanded odd-man rush — the Cats firing on all cylinders.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
23 May 2025
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Second, and maybe just as important, the Vikings have produced three years of stellar quarterback infrastructure.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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The two films will kick-off what’s expected to be as stellar June in terms of ticket sales.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
22 May 2025
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“First-rate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/first-rate. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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