as in excellent
of the very best kind
a top-notch violinist who had no trouble getting a position with the symphony
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Recent Examples of top-notch
And while his weapons are terrific (and the overall offense top-notch), McCarthy is the only one in this group without an NFL game played.
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Jake Ciely, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2025
The majority of computers need top-notch graphics card to run VR software properly.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 19 Aug. 2025
Crediting her mom for finding top-notch music programs, Lombardo attended New England Conservatory Preparatory School.
—Beth Wood, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Aug. 2025
Among the highlights is an eat-in kitchen outfitted with dual islands, top-notch stainless appliances, and an accompanying breakfast nook.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2025
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Jake Ciely, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2025
The majority of computers need top-notch graphics card to run VR software properly.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 19 Aug. 2025
Crediting her mom for finding top-notch music programs, Lombardo attended New England Conservatory Preparatory School.
—Beth Wood, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Aug. 2025
Among the highlights is an eat-in kitchen outfitted with dual islands, top-notch stainless appliances, and an accompanying breakfast nook.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for top-notch
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Gang Green began the night with excellent field position, but it was wasted away after gaining just one first down.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
16 Aug. 2025
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Compensation of a sort came as the excellent form continued in the league.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
16 Aug. 2025
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Temuera Morrison plays a terrific villain as the murderous King Kahekili.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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While much of that is thanks to an explosive offense that features Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry, the Ravens also have some terrific players on the defensive side of the ball, which should not come as much of a surprise given their history.—
Matthew Schmidt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Aug. 2025
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The Palm Beach show is supported by a clutch of superb dining and accommodation options within walking distance of the show on the mainland in West Palm, and others on the island of Palm Beach proper a short drive away.—
Kathleen Turner,
Forbes.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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This superb cevicheria and oyster bar in the heart of the city’s ritzy Gonzales Suarez neighborhood is a beloved lunchtime spot among locals—and for good reason.—
Liam Hess,
Vogue,
22 Aug. 2025
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The outpouring from the community has been wonderful, and everyone has been willing to help, though there isn’t much anyone can do at the moment, according to Guzauskas.—
R. Christian Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Aug. 2025
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Jalen Coker, a second-year receiver who’s had a wonderful camp, will play Thursday.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Aug. 2025
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By many measures, Alonso was already the greatest home run hitter in Mets history.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
13 Aug. 2025
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There is no greater disparity in the polls than the Sooners checking in at No. 18 in the AP and being the best of the rest among the coaches who voted.—
Tom Layberger,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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This makes for an awesome matchup against Boston’s better starters (Lucas Giolito is 8-2, Brayan Bello has a 3.25 ERA) and its radiant ace (Garrett Crochet is a few scoreless frames from an AL Triple Crown hold).—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
21 Aug. 2025
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But for all their awesome grandeur, these proposals offer no new ideas — and often no details at all — about city governance.—
Joe Mathews,
Mercury News,
19 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Burrow and the rest of the offense have been fantastic in recent seasons, but much has been left to be desired on the defensive side of the ball.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Aug. 2025
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The Cardinal travel to Hawaii, where the scenery will be fantastic and hopefully the game matches it.—
Erick Smith,
USA Today,
23 Aug. 2025
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Dining was in the lovely dining room or outside under propane heaters with cozy Pendleton blankets.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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Artist booths will line two paved roads, one of which offers lovely views of the Meadow Lake.—
Jennifer Day,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Top-notch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/top-notch. Accessed 26 Aug. 2025.
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