as in only
having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability
the incomparable jewel known as the Hope Diamond
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Recent Examples of incomparable
This year’s awards were hosted by Michael Urie and honored the incomparable Cynthia Erivo.
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Dominique Fluker, Essence, 28 Mar. 2025
While sourcing vintage lighting requires more effort than purchasing new, the craftsmanship and attention to detail of these pieces are often incomparable to anything that's mass-produced today.
—Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 24 Mar. 2025
Mott brings an incomparable international 56-year career to Saturday’s race that cannot be reduced to mere numbers, although a couple of numbers do give us the flavor of the depth and breadth of his accomplishments.
—Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Yes yes, the bullpen was incomparable at the ends of games, the team speed could be overwhelming, and the offense Texas-leagued you to death sometimes.
—Tim Britton, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
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Dominique Fluker, Essence, 28 Mar. 2025
While sourcing vintage lighting requires more effort than purchasing new, the craftsmanship and attention to detail of these pieces are often incomparable to anything that's mass-produced today.
—Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 24 Mar. 2025
Mott brings an incomparable international 56-year career to Saturday’s race that cannot be reduced to mere numbers, although a couple of numbers do give us the flavor of the depth and breadth of his accomplishments.
—Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Yes yes, the bullpen was incomparable at the ends of games, the team speed could be overwhelming, and the offense Texas-leagued you to death sometimes.
—Tim Britton, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for incomparable
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The only deal that Netanyahu would view as acceptable is a Libya-style nuclear deal.—
Nadeen Ebrahim,
CNN Money,
26 Apr. 2025
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Ole Miss’ Jaxson Dart was the only other quarterback selected in the first round Thursday night—the New York Giants traded up to No. 25 for the right to select him.—
Kurt Badenhausen,
Sportico.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Australia is home to an extraordinary share of Earth’s biodiversity.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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One minor injury was reported in the extraordinary mishap.—
Anne Flaherty,
ABC News,
28 Apr. 2025
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His answer, given the exceptional political and economic turmoil in Canada, was a bit surprising.—
Ian Austen,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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The secret to an exceptional Amatriciana lies in selecting impeccable guanciale Amatriciano—with its perfect balance of tender meat and luxurious fat—creating the foundation upon which this masterpiece is built.—
Jenn Rice,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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In a survey of more than 15,000 users after its rollout in 2024, 90% of respondents ranked their experience as excellent or above average.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Scott McKenna bossing the defence, Fabio Silva scoring goals for fun, Oli McBurnie bashing around and suddenly speaking excellent Spanish… this is a cause to believe in.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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Dart was also an elite threat running the ball, carrying it 124 times for 495 yards and three scores and displaying unparalleled toughness for a quarterback.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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At the heart of this pivotal period lies the sales kickoff—an event that, when executed correctly, can set the stage for a year of unparalleled success.—
Anjai Lal,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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The inimitable Erica Messer — aka the lady with the cast iron stomach — serves as showrunner.—
Lynette Rice,
Deadline,
24 Apr. 2025
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Now, the 16-time Grammy winner is adding a doe-eyed cartoon pinup to his inimitable list of divas.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2025
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After hours inside, ogle the matchless architecture of the nearby Palace Museum, stroll the beautiful trails and soak in some glorious views, Chinese ink paintings come to life.—
Baz Dreisinger,
Forbes,
7 Dec. 2024
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Tickets are pricey – from $99 to more than $200 – but Sphere brass view the cost as a worth it for the matchless experience.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA TODAY,
18 Oct. 2024
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At the heart of the Justice Department’s lawsuit: Allegations that Live Nation leverages its unrivaled position as the nation’s largest concert promoter, ticket seller and venue operator to undermine competition.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
17 Apr. 2025
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Her gymnastics ability and unmatched consistency are unrivaled.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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“Incomparable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incomparable. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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