as in only
having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability
the nonpareil beauty of Helen of Troy
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as in model
someone of such unequaled perfection as to deserve imitation
among the knights of the Round Table, Galahad stood alone as the nonpareil of nobility and selflessness
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Recent Examples of nonpareil
Bang Advertising Staff and Correspondents, The Mercury News, 12 June 2024
But this being a college town, and King’s College Chapel being such a nonpareil work of architecture, the debate over installing panels was long and lively — a heady mix of aesthetics, economics and politics.
—Mark Landler, New York Times, 30 Mar. 2024
Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 20 Mar. 2024
One of those quick gift ideas is a dark or milk chocolate Grab N Go Bag ($24.95), a collection of strawberry gumdrops, M&M’s chocolate bark, nonpareils and a box of artisan chocolates wrapped in cellophane and tied with a satin ribbon.
—Rachel Bernhard, Journal Sentinel, 8 Feb. 2024
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Adjective
From farmers markets to haircuts, the possibilities for special neighborhood retail and services are nonpareil.
—Bang Advertising Staff and Correspondents, The Mercury News, 12 June 2024
But this being a college town, and King’s College Chapel being such a nonpareil work of architecture, the debate over installing panels was long and lively — a heady mix of aesthetics, economics and politics.
—Mark Landler, New York Times, 30 Mar. 2024
Noun
Hatching Chick Doughnut – a mini Original Glazed® Doughnut dipped in light yellow icing and white nonpareils, finished with chocolate and orange icing.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 20 Mar. 2024
One of those quick gift ideas is a dark or milk chocolate Grab N Go Bag ($24.95), a collection of strawberry gumdrops, M&M’s chocolate bark, nonpareils and a box of artisan chocolates wrapped in cellophane and tied with a satin ribbon.
—Rachel Bernhard, Journal Sentinel, 8 Feb. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonpareil
Adjective
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Why do celebrities buy the Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon? Brunson is far from the only multimillionaire or celebrity who owns a G-Wagon.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
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The only part of her body that could move was her tail, which slightly wagged in anticipation of getting saved by her owner.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
Noun
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The model most likely to be adopted would provide four automatic bids to the SEC and Big Ten, two to the ACC and Big 12, one to the top team from the Group of Six, which includes the rebuilt Pac-12, and three to at-large teams.—
Jon Wilner,
Mercury News,
10 May 2025
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The Long Range All-Wheel Drive model starts at $48,990 or $39,390 after the EV tax incentive.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
Adjective
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Świątek’s defensive footwork and general movement, which is close to peerless and one of her greatest strengths, was absent.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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He’s been tending to the team’s peerless grass and infield dirt for nine years.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
31 Mar. 2025
Noun
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What are the building blocks of a brain that can think critically, use tools, or form abstract ideas?—
Yasemin Saplakoglu,
Wired News,
11 May 2025
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Down a long hall is the Youth Leadership Council, a plenary of teens who brainstorm ideas for these Wednesday gatherings.—
Paul Solotaroff,
Rolling Stone,
11 May 2025
Noun
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For example, it's been shown to recognize specific tumor patterns potentially more quickly and more thoroughly than a human can.—
Alexis Kayser,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
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For example, the American Academy of Pediatrics says a child taking puberty blockers could experience stress or lower self-esteem as their peers reach puberty.—
Adrianna Rodriguez,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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He’s been excellent in dealing with traffic, as the Golden Knights put more bodies in front of him on Tuesday than pretty much the first four games.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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Pumpkin Seeds Pumpkin seeds are an excellent source of iron.—
Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, RDN,
Health,
30 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Disaster struck in 1895 when fire consumed much of the estate, yet from these ashes rose perhaps its most defining incarnation.—
Paul Jebara,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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The game’s developers note that each character will have their own unique playstyle that offers variety to gamers who are previously familiar with the series from its earlier incarnations.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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James Taffin de Givenchy also has his headquarters here, with a showroom decorated in his inimitable style, and a separate space for craftspeople.—
Kate Matthams,
Forbes.com,
7 May 2025
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Said new lady love is played by the inimitable Chloë Sevigny, a fellow performer that McInerny has long wanted to work alongside.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
5 May 2025
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“Nonpareil.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonpareil. Accessed 14 May. 2025.
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