as in only
having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability
the show's enduring success was a testimony to the peerless talents of its ensemble cast
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Recent Examples of peerless
No wonder Correa is reminded of the peerless Bonds.
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ABC News, 22 Apr. 2026
The music is often spare but as eloquent, richly nuanced and filled with unexpected twists and turns as Mitchell’s peerless singing and lyrics.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Erling Haaland may one day threaten his record, but Shearer had been peerless up until the Norwegian’s arrival in the Premier League.
—The Athletic Uk Staff, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026
But even minor Robyn songs gain friction from her voice, which remains peerless in its ability to reverberate inside your head and from halfway across the dance floor.
—Jonathan Cohen, SPIN, 24 Mar. 2026
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ABC News, 22 Apr. 2026
The music is often spare but as eloquent, richly nuanced and filled with unexpected twists and turns as Mitchell’s peerless singing and lyrics.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Erling Haaland may one day threaten his record, but Shearer had been peerless up until the Norwegian’s arrival in the Premier League.
—The Athletic Uk Staff, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026
But even minor Robyn songs gain friction from her voice, which remains peerless in its ability to reverberate inside your head and from halfway across the dance floor.
—Jonathan Cohen, SPIN, 24 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peerless
Adjective
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Micah Briones scored the only run for Calvin Christian, scoring on Tyler Hoff’s first-inning double.—
John Maffei,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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For an adult-only respite, visit the Versailles Pool or the indulgent spa.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Seb Stafford-Bloor’s excellent Transfer Tiers series is moving on to central defenders today.—
Phil Hay,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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The right-shot defenseman has had an excellent tournament for Finland, who advanced to the semifinals with a win over Czechia.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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At the annual Valedictorians Luncheon at Fenway Park on Tuesday, the mayor, BPS leadership and city officials spoke to the exceptional achievement of the 33 graduates who represented the tops of their classes.—
Grace Zokovitch,
Boston Herald,
27 May 2026
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Executive chef Alessandro Lucassino’s kitchen operates on the principle of letting the exceptional Mediterranean produce speak for itself.—
Jamie Timson,
TheWeek,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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This show is the record of a traveling salon, a celebration of Morrison’s extraordinary work, and a love letter to reading closely in community.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 May 2026
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When enjoyed together, something extraordinary is revealed.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 May 2026
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It is generally agreed that Helen, the woman of matchless beauty who indirectly caused the Trojan War by eloping with (or being abducted by) the Trojan prince Paris, belongs to the realm of fiction and not fact, as do Achilles and other mythological figures.—
Gitanjali Roy,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
30 Apr. 2026
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The pecan version adds a nutty crunch, but the original rolls are matchless as is.—
Skye Sherman,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2026
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For a roster known for unparalleled consistency and competitive resilience, the result was shocking.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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My time serving the city and the depth of my knowledge of the district are unparalleled and differentiate me from the rest of the field.—
Mercury News Editorial Board,
Mercury News,
26 May 2026
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“Peerless.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peerless. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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