as in only
having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability the matchless beauty and grandeur of Yosemite Valley

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Recent Examples of matchless In a world of ceaseless tumult, its matchless serenity is more powerful than ever. James Kaplan, The Atlantic, 6 Mar. 2024 Those who would have him saw somebody matchless. Mikal Gilmore, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2022 The Camp Chef Pro60X ($300) offers two, rocket-like burners with 30,000 BTUs a piece—along with matchless ignition—and a three-sided windscreen to battle the elements. Rob Reed, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2022 Pelosi, though, is known for her matchless ability to count votes. Amy Davidson Sorkin, The New Yorker, 18 Nov. 2022 See all Example Sentences for matchless 
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  • The only fight more hostile than Elon Musk vs. the federal bureaucracy may be Elon Musk vs. Sam Altman, the CEO of ChatGPT maker OpenAI.
    Dan Primack, Axios, 11 Feb. 2025
  • Forward Chase Adams was the only player born in 2008 or younger to score nine goals during the 2024 campaign.
    Justin Gest, Newsweek, 11 Feb. 2025
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  • Drivers hover by the gates to transport you off on a moment’s notice: the spa, paddle, pickle, and tennis courts, the local waterfalls, the extraordinary hikes, the water sports, chocolate making.
    Giles Hattersley, Vogue, 15 Feb. 2025
  • There remain several unanswered questions about the lead-up to the extraordinary decision, including how many times Mr. Spiro and Mr. Bove interacted.
    Michael S. Schmidt, New York Times, 14 Feb. 2025
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  • During that same five-year period, anchored by an excellent gross margin consistently nearing 80%, its adjusted operating margin has gone from an eyesore at negative 30% to an encouraging nearly 10%.
    StockStory Team, CNBC, 4 Feb. 2025
  • These devices are an excellent choice for gamers, tech enthusiasts, and anyone who loves top-tier streaming.
    Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 4 Feb. 2025
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  • Photo by Rita Harper Day 4: Fly over alligators, bite into barracuda, and hunt antiques Grab a quick (but exceptional) quiche at the hotel Columns before a 20-minute drive to the Maurepas Swamp, northwest of New Orleans.
    Jenny Adams, AFAR Media, 11 Feb. 2025
  • The forward owner’s suite is also full beam, offering up space and exceptional water views.
    Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 11 Feb. 2025
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  • Starring the incomparable Florence Pugh, The Wonder is a great option for those who love a mystery.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
  • That personal experience brings an incomparable depth to her understanding and exploration of the character.
    Alex Ritman, Variety, 13 Feb. 2025
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  • Melissa McCarthy Between 2011 and 2017, Melissa McCarthy hosted SNL five times, dazzling viewers with her unparalleled skills as a sketch comedian.
    Shannon Carlin, TIME, 15 Feb. 2025
  • These Baffin boots are unparalleled for tackling arctic-level conditions.
    Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 11 Feb. 2025
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  • Indeed, both Elon and Tesla are peerless, but what is the appropriate valuation to assign that exceptionalism?
    Michael Khouw, CNBC, 28 Jan. 2025
  • With Michael Fassbender heading up a starry cast that includes Richard Gere and Jeffrey Wright, can The Agency match its peerless French forebear, Le Bureau?
    airmail.news, airmail.news, 23 Nov. 2024
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  • It's made up of tiny ice crystals that can transform into a variety of intricate symmetrical patterns forming a beautiful snowflake.
    Janet Loehrke, USA TODAY, 16 Feb. 2025
  • Listen to this article Another beautiful and sunny afternoon is expected in Central Florida on Saturday, Spectrum News 13 meteorologist Zach Covey said.
    Elainie Barraza, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Feb. 2025

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