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
Hiring top-notch competitors is no new fad for Goldman; the bank has been welcoming Olympains to its bankroll for decades.
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Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 22 Feb. 2026
The spa While the treatments are serious business at this top-notch spa, The Palm Springs Yacht Club is also here for plenty of tongue-in-cheek-fun, doubling down on the nautical theme and decked out in various hues of blue and stripes, with boating references everywhere.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
With a top-notch cast and slick production design, Churchill’s clever concoction of speculative fiction, corporate satire and family drama remains sharp and timely.
—Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 20 Feb. 2026
The company offers items across the decor spectrum, but the sheets are the real stars—they’re handmade in upstate New York with top-notch Italian and Belgian linen.
—Nora Taylor, Architectural Digest, 20 Feb. 2026
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Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 22 Feb. 2026
The spa While the treatments are serious business at this top-notch spa, The Palm Springs Yacht Club is also here for plenty of tongue-in-cheek-fun, doubling down on the nautical theme and decked out in various hues of blue and stripes, with boating references everywhere.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
With a top-notch cast and slick production design, Churchill’s clever concoction of speculative fiction, corporate satire and family drama remains sharp and timely.
—Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 20 Feb. 2026
The company offers items across the decor spectrum, but the sheets are the real stars—they’re handmade in upstate New York with top-notch Italian and Belgian linen.
—Nora Taylor, Architectural Digest, 20 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for top-notch
Adjective
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The large cast of smaller roles and chorus is excellent.—
Classical Music Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Evans Scholars must have a strong caddie record, excellent academics, demonstrated financial need and outstanding character, the release said.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The best binoculars, monoculars and telescopes for eclipse night will also be superb for planetary observing, deep-sky exploration, wildlife watching and travel.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
27 Feb. 2026
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The service The friendly team offers guests a reliable and inspiring stay with superb facilities and services; attention to detail is consistent.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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One side was a buyer pressuring us over margin and speed that would affect our quality and the other was a child who had this terrific experience.—
Tim Heitmann,
Fortune,
1 Mar. 2026
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Such bad timing could have been fatal for a theatrical release, but thankfully Bellocchio’s terrific crime drama is still available worldwide via HBO Max.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
1 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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That’s why their new album, wonderful, leaves me a little cold.—
Mano Sundaresan,
Pitchfork,
3 Mar. 2026
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Varley’s elevation this season is a wonderful turn for Ashbourne, an icon of British film, TV, and theater who has long been one of Bridgerton’s most consistently comedic presences.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
3 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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However, how many of them actually come to be inhabited remains a great unknown, with deeper questions — like how many of them turn into technologically advanced civilizations — requiring us to estimate further unknowns atop them.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
4 Mar. 2026
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Lewis, 64, is considered by many one of the greatest athletes of the 20th century.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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And her husband, George, is awesome.—
Mo Rocca,
CBS News,
1 Mar. 2026
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Beyond awesome displays of athleticism, the Winter Games delivered compelling storylines, some political.—
Steven P. Dinkin,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Riley Helmberger almost singlehandedly kept White Bear Lake (13-12-3) within striking distance of another fantastic finish with 28 saves, plenty off Grade A chances for the Stars.—
Mike Cook,
Twin Cities,
28 Feb. 2026
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What begins as a journey for father and son to spread the ashes of their wife and mother, Faye, quickly turns into a fantastical adventure the tests their relationship and digs up ghosts from Kratos' past.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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This is a really lovely thing, because actually essentially the craft becomes a vehicle for people then having other health promoting behaviors like engaging with others.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
4 Mar. 2026
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Make the most of juicy spring strawberries with this light and lovely salad.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
4 Mar. 2026
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