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as in excellent
of the very best kind
this cake is great!
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as in skillful
having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor
one of the great anthropologists
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as in noble
having, characterized by, or arising from a dignified and generous nature
a great humanitarian great acts of charity
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as in long
lasting for a considerable time
haven't seen them in a great while
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as in large
of a size greater than average of its kind
saw a great moose calmly walking through our backyard
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as in excited
showing urgent desire or interest
she's great on any type of sport that requires endurance
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as in greatest
coming before all others in importance
regards global warming as the great issue of the day
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as in aristocratic
of high birth, rank, or station
a descendant of one of the great families of Philadelphia
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as in nicely
in a pleasing way
the game was going great for the home team
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a great success
a great man
a great interest
a tremendous interest
a huge interest
a major interest
a significant interest
an incredible interest
a great value
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Recent Examples of great
Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Aug. 2025
But for fans of Florence + the Machine, the new clip featuring singer Florence Welch shouting her angst into the dirt is actually a great sign.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 12 Aug. 2025
Aaliyan Mohammed, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 July 2025
Boasting a light sweetness and plenty of texture, these bites work great straight from the bag or tossed into a reusable container to keep sand out.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 July 2025
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The results didn't turn out great for the Colts as a team, but Jones' case got a little stronger.
—Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Aug. 2025
But for fans of Florence + the Machine, the new clip featuring singer Florence Welch shouting her angst into the dirt is actually a great sign.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 12 Aug. 2025
Adverb
Garrett Crochet has carried the group, but Lucas Giolito is pitching great as of late.
—Aaliyan Mohammed, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 July 2025
Boasting a light sweetness and plenty of texture, these bites work great straight from the bag or tossed into a reusable container to keep sand out.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for great
Adjective
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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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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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The story follows Winston Smith, a skillful worker rewriting history in the Ministry of Truth, who starts to look back fondly on the days before the Party took over the region of Oceania and implemented their cult of personality devoid of free thought and individuality.—
Robert English,
EW.com,
30 July 2025
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But the game's structure also allows skillful and/or impatient players to zip to the game's conclusion quite quickly, rushing through the visually inventive bosses that guard the game's major chokepoints.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
16 July 2025
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By sincerely comforting and relying on each other, their love becomes noble.—
Joan MacDonald,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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Like the book, the show is predicated on a classic Gilded Age bargain: American heiresses fill the dwindling coffers of the British peerage; correspondingly eligible dukes and lords bestow a noble title that papers over a nouveau-riche designation.—
Elle Carroll,
Vulture,
11 Aug. 2025
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Meanwhile, Lohan wore her long strawberry locks in beachy waves, sporting a graphic t-shirt under a blazer.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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Postal Service employees use long sticks to spread the packages onto the belts.—
Stephanie Murray,
AZCentral.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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Lopez’s visit to Turkey’s largest city coincided with her Aug. 5 performance at Yenikapi Festival Park during the Istanbul Festival.—
Daniel S. Levine,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Opened in 1905 by brothers Moses and Ceasar Cone, White Oak in Greensboro, N.C. became the largest denim mill in the world occupying more than a million square feet.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
7 Aug. 2025
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During the quarter-mile hike, one of the young participants was excited to find a salamander underneath a log.—
Deena Butterfield,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Aug. 2025
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Bobby and Connie’s first steps into official coupledom, however, puts a satisfying capper on their reunion arc this season, and leaves me very excited for where these two go next.—
Genevieve Koski,
Vulture,
6 Aug. 2025
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The psychological drama, which stars Satya Dev in the title role, showcases an elaborate poster featuring the actor in aristocratic regalia surrounded by peacock feathers and ornate details.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
12 Aug. 2025
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The $80,000 price tag includes two people and almost all expenses, including five-star accommodations and a range of one-of-a-kind activities that immerse travelers in Italian culture, history, and aristocratic lifestyle, all in the lap of luxury.—
Rebecca Deurlein,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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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
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“Great.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/great. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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