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
The 1944 film noir helped catapult Wilder's status as a top-notch director.
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Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 10 June 2026
The Hurricanes might just pull this off — win a Stanley Cup without top-notch goaltending.
—Pierre Lebrun, New York Times, 10 June 2026
Floyd notes that Sawgrass Country Club and The Plantation at Ponte Vedra Beach are geared toward those seeking a combination of golf, tennis, and access to top-notch beach clubs.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 7 June 2026
Day two of the 2026 Railbird Music Festival brought large crowds and top-notch musicians to The Infield at Red Mile, 1200 Red Mile Road, Lexington, for a fourth year in a row.
—Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 7 June 2026
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Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 10 June 2026
The Hurricanes might just pull this off — win a Stanley Cup without top-notch goaltending.
—Pierre Lebrun, New York Times, 10 June 2026
Floyd notes that Sawgrass Country Club and The Plantation at Ponte Vedra Beach are geared toward those seeking a combination of golf, tennis, and access to top-notch beach clubs.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 7 June 2026
Day two of the 2026 Railbird Music Festival brought large crowds and top-notch musicians to The Infield at Red Mile, 1200 Red Mile Road, Lexington, for a fourth year in a row.
—Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 7 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for top-notch
Adjective
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Watts got another excellent chance in the waning seconds, but the Patriots defense forced the shot to go wide.—
Jack Murray,
Boston Herald,
11 June 2026
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Today, Montage Laguna Beach remains one of Southern California’s definitive seaside resorts, known for its stunning views, excellent service, and loyal repeat guests.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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In a just world, his superb turn in Ryan Coogler’s Sinners would change that.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
11 Dec. 2025
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Pepper and his childhood friend Stanley Snadowsky created their landmark 400-seat club with superb bookings, great sound, decent sightlines, and notoriously unpretentious food.—
Air Mail,
Air Mail,
6 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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The meals served on board were good (including some terrific local dishes).—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
14 June 2026
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The trailer sure looks terrific!—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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But in general, working with Tim is just wonderful.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
16 June 2026
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The park and walls have wonderful views, so take a seat and relax.—
Jaymi McCann,
TheWeek,
16 June 2026
Adjective
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There is now much greater emphasis on analysis and data.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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The tornadoes that do form in the higher risk area could become intense — EF3 strength or greater — and might also travel long distances.—
Mary Gilbert,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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One patriotic American who doesn't need any reminder that his country is awesome is FOX Sports soccer analyst Alexi Lalas.—
Austin Perry OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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Meeting and working with Mandy Moore for a couple of months was so awesome.—
Jim Dudlicek,
Chicago Tribune,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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This similar Amazon find that more than 10,000 shoppers recently snapped up is fantastic for everything from simmering stews to roasting veggies for a crowd.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
8 Dec. 2025
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Little evidence has emerged to support the most fantastic theories.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
7 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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The crochet eyelet design gives this set an expensive feel, and the skirt hits at a lovely spot between midi and maxi.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
10 June 2026
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The event is also a lovely way to honor film history.—
Rebecca Ford,
Vanity Fair,
10 June 2026
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