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
And the guest appearance by the incomparable Missy Elliott — giving, for the time, an all-too-rare Super Bowl spotlight on hip-hop — helped take the whole shebang to the next level.
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Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 1 Feb. 2026
The highs of the season were incomparable, with enough late-game magic for three or four years.
—Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 21 Jan. 2026
Better yet, the quality of these pieces is oftentimes incomparable.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 20 Jan. 2026
To put some words after the other and then have another human being spend a few minutes with those words, whether in agreement or disagreement, is an incomparable honor.
—Literary Hub, 14 Jan. 2026
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Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 1 Feb. 2026
The highs of the season were incomparable, with enough late-game magic for three or four years.
—Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 21 Jan. 2026
Better yet, the quality of these pieces is oftentimes incomparable.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 20 Jan. 2026
To put some words after the other and then have another human being spend a few minutes with those words, whether in agreement or disagreement, is an incomparable honor.
—Literary Hub, 14 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for incomparable
Adjective
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The only player to reach the 1,000-point mark at a faster pace was LeBron James (19 years, 41 days).—
SportsDay Staff,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Mar. 2026
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The Kings aren’t the only Sacramento sports franchise Burkle almost owned.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
6 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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That project rests on decades of layered planning, established air rights and a transit hub designed to absorb extraordinary density.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2026
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Louise Trotter’s second runway collection for Bottega Veneta rooted in Milanese Brutalism was a stunning example of her visual artistry while exhibiting an extraordinary use of material.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Some dishes, like the exceptional goat neck dum biryani, which is served in a pot that’s sealed with a thin flatbread, are larger, so check in with your server about the number of items to order.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 Mar. 2026
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Williams’ words in December about Dalman’s exceptional brain, however, were followed by something less prophetic.—
Steve Henson,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The large cast of smaller roles and chorus is excellent.—
Classical Music Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Evans Scholars must have a strong caddie record, excellent academics, demonstrated financial need and outstanding character, the release said.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The island is known for its unparalleled natural beauty, and for being extremely removed from everything; perfect for seeking refuge from it all.—
Anna Grace Lee,
Vogue,
5 Mar. 2026
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Van Lent was leaving the unparalleled nonprofit for a much smaller organization founded by author and Everglades activist Marjory Stoneman Douglas.—
Michael Adno,
Rolling Stone,
3 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Production values are top of the line across the board including Sher’s stunning camera work, the dazzling period production design of Karen Murphy, and costume design from the inimitable Sandy Powell.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
4 Mar. 2026
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Its layered design exudes an inimitable, effortlessly luxurious cool, where classic and contemporary intertwine.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Rosemary’s Baby is still matchless for sheer psychological terror, but don’t let Mia Farrow and John Cassavetes’s Satanic neighbors ruin New York City for you.—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
19 Oct. 2025
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For any sportsman living in the Eastern half of the nation, one of the great things about a hunt in the West, in my opinion, is the chance to sample the matchless friendliness and hospital ity of the people there.—
Robert Merchant,
Outdoor Life,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Adding to the diverse mix were hired hands from tribes such as the Comanche, Cheyenne and Apache, who became unrivaled horse whisperers long before settlers arrived on their lands.—
Foreign Correspondent,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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Its special nature lies in its unrivaled power, and the unusual combination of muscle car DNA, with 3 rows of seating, and its substantial amount of space, power, and utility.—
Tony Leopardo,
Mercury News,
15 Feb. 2026
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