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
Once defined by school bus-sized behemoths, the class has evolved to include vehicles that combine plush comfort, forward-thinking tech, and top-notch performance into a single convenient package.
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Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 2 Oct. 2025
And while what that looks like can vary from person to person, certain countries are better known for their top-notch lifestyles than others.
—Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 1 Oct. 2025
One advantage wounded Israeli soldiers have benefited from is the proximity to the battlefield — evacuated from Gaza by helicopter within about an hour to the operating table of a top-notch hospital in Israel.
—Daniel Estrin, NPR, 29 Sep. 2025
Portugal Wine Bar & Grill in Palm Coast got nods for offering top-notch customer service and crave-worthy seafood.
—Miami Herald, 26 Sep. 2025
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Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 2 Oct. 2025
And while what that looks like can vary from person to person, certain countries are better known for their top-notch lifestyles than others.
—Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 1 Oct. 2025
One advantage wounded Israeli soldiers have benefited from is the proximity to the battlefield — evacuated from Gaza by helicopter within about an hour to the operating table of a top-notch hospital in Israel.
—Daniel Estrin, NPR, 29 Sep. 2025
Portugal Wine Bar & Grill in Palm Coast got nods for offering top-notch customer service and crave-worthy seafood.
—Miami Herald, 26 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for top-notch
Adjective
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Bader was excellent early Saturday, notching a sacrifice fly to drive in Realmuto and hustling to right-center for a diving catch in the fifth.—
Charlotte Varnes,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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Both are excellent places for birding, boating, fishing, hiking, and finding a little peace and quiet.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Chris Shula has been terrific through the first four weeks of this season, engineering a Rams defense that ranks in the top 10 in just about every category.—
Nate Atkins,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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Talanoa Hufanga only had one tackle Monday night, but his impact in the secondary has been felt throughout the early part of the season and was again as the Broncos put the clamps on Cincy’s terrific receivers.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The Eagles offensive line gave him superb pass protection against the Broncos’ elite pass rush as well.—
Ted Nguyen,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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This successor to the superb Ghost of Tsushima enhances the action with new weapon-swapping mechanics and a better integration of quests with exploration.—
Gabriel Zamora,
PC Magazine,
4 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Skor bars are a nonnegotiable addition; the cookies have the perfect toffee-to-chocolate ratio and wonderful texture.—
The Bon Appétit Staff,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
3 Oct. 2025
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Today’s tech news follows; have a wonderful weekend.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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See how commonwealth compares to other states The classic Halloween symbol is also great at dividing the masses.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
2 Oct. 2025
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At just $30, Universal Thread’s version is a great way to add the style to your rotation at a fraction of the price.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Our 6-year-old reviewer thinks her clothes are awesome, while her parent likes that this doll encourages imaginative play.—
Pamela Brill,
Parents,
2 Oct. 2025
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These things look freaking awesome!—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The branding and level of Springfield specificity is fantastic.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Oct. 2025
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The laptop also includes a 1080p webcam, which had fantastic clarity in my testing.—
Matthew Buzzi,
PC Magazine,
5 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Melvin is a lovely, lovely bloke.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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The movie’s loveliest section is when Abslam starts to see her with new eyes, admiring her resourcefulness as a gentle romance blooms.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Top-notch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/top-notch. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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