as in definitely
by a considerable margin
a performance that was head and shoulders above all the others in the talent competition
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Recent Examples of head and shoulders
Each one is different in terms of form (full figure or head and shoulders) and location.
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Jeanine Barone, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
The back of his head and shoulders are additionally covered by the shade, masking his appearance even more.
—Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
There are quite a few robotic vacuums to choose from right now, but some are clearly head and shoulders above the competition.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2025
Not just Superman’s powers, but his character is literally too good to be true, and his untrueness is the source of his seemingly eternal, alien, and yes, as the film insists, subversive appeal, standing head and shoulders above the rest of the superhero class.
—Derek Robertson, The Washington Examiner, 8 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for head and shoulders
Jeanine Barone, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
The back of his head and shoulders are additionally covered by the shade, masking his appearance even more.
—Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
There are quite a few robotic vacuums to choose from right now, but some are clearly head and shoulders above the competition.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2025
Not just Superman’s powers, but his character is literally too good to be true, and his untrueness is the source of his seemingly eternal, alien, and yes, as the film insists, subversive appeal, standing head and shoulders above the rest of the superhero class.
—Derek Robertson, The Washington Examiner, 8 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for head and shoulders
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So there are definitely more affordable opportunities here now for both buyers and owners.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
6 Feb. 2026
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Cleaning Supplies Experts agree that cleaning supplies should definitely be kept out of the kitchen.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
6 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Allie Beth Allman & Associates agents again were far and away the leaders in selling homes in Highland Park in 2025, according to the Multiple Listing Service.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
1 Feb. 2026
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Endorsed by a dozen medical groups, the AAP schedule is far and away the preferred version for most healthcare practitioners.—
Corinne Purtill,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Jan. 2026
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But stock analysts — and D’Amaro — undoubtedly will be keeping an eye on international attendance rates and what that will mean for the theme parks going forward.—
Samantha Masunaga,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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But the 5-foot-11, 185-pound Sterzik is the leader of the scout team for the Warriors (17-9, 3-6), who undoubtedly will be prepared for the Class 3A playoffs after their challenging schedule against Class 4A opponents in the Central Suburban League South.—
Steve Reaven,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Head and shoulders.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/head%20and%20shoulders. Accessed 12 Feb. 2026.
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