as in only
having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability
her performance in the Olympics was an unexampled display of athletic prowess
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Recent Examples of unexampled
The United States commenced their existence under circumstances wholly novel and unexampled in the history of nations.
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Liz Tracey, JSTOR Daily, 19 Apr. 2024
The telecom firms supported Pai’s initiative with a campaign of unexampled dishonesty.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2023
The Progressives pushed for the Seventeenth Amendment, providing for the popular election of senators, at a moment of unexampled corruption in the chamber.
—Chris Lehmann, The New Republic, 10 Feb. 2022
The episode is breathtaking in its audacity and poetry, an unexampled work of pure special-effects ballet.
—Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 24 Jan. 2022
These were posts, by the way, in which Kelly showed no compunction about advancing immigration policies of unexampled cruelty.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2020
In the broadest terms, what’s at issue are the strategy and tactics of organized labor at a time when unions are reckoning with a long slide in their membership and facing unexampled hostility from the federal government and many state governments.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2019
But a war in which most of the enemy is considered beyond any possible surrender or political solution, and must be killed to the last man, is an extraordinary thing, unexampled in American history since the Indian Wars.
—Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 20 Oct. 2017
Liz Tracey, JSTOR Daily, 19 Apr. 2024
The telecom firms supported Pai’s initiative with a campaign of unexampled dishonesty.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2023
The Progressives pushed for the Seventeenth Amendment, providing for the popular election of senators, at a moment of unexampled corruption in the chamber.
—Chris Lehmann, The New Republic, 10 Feb. 2022
The episode is breathtaking in its audacity and poetry, an unexampled work of pure special-effects ballet.
—Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 24 Jan. 2022
These were posts, by the way, in which Kelly showed no compunction about advancing immigration policies of unexampled cruelty.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2020
In the broadest terms, what’s at issue are the strategy and tactics of organized labor at a time when unions are reckoning with a long slide in their membership and facing unexampled hostility from the federal government and many state governments.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2019
But a war in which most of the enemy is considered beyond any possible surrender or political solution, and must be killed to the last man, is an extraordinary thing, unexampled in American history since the Indian Wars.
—Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 20 Oct. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unexampled
Adjective
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Defender Tim Ream and Tyler Adams were the only holdovers in the lineup against Mexico from the starters in the 2022 World Cup second-round loss to the Netherlands.—
Ronald Blum,
Twin Cities,
7 July 2025
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Brown, so far the only Republican running, got into the race after former New Hampshire Republican Gov. Chris Sununu ruled out a run.—
Peter Lucas,
Boston Herald,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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Outstanding Actress in a Limited Series Cristin Milioti in The Penguin Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited Series Deirdre O’Connell in The Penguin Cristin is just so extraordinary, and she’s always been extraordinary.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
27 June 2025
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The process of making this film has been so extraordinary to me and totally reframed the narrative for me.—
Yvonne Villarreal,
Los Angeles Times,
27 June 2025
Adjective
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Drought Severe to exceptional drought conditions were prevalent for much of south-central Texas when the downpours came, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 July 2025
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One traveler noted their exceptional comfort during a trip to Portugal, praising their elevated look and all-day wearability.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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By leveraging strategic partnerships, cutting-edge technology and the iconic TPC Sawgrass course, the PGA Tour delivered an unparalleled experience for fans both on-site and at home.—
Julio Cesar Gomez,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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His unparalleled talent and unique spirit created the soundtrack of so many lives around the globe, including our own.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
26 June 2025
Adjective
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Along the way, there have been some other expressions as well, including single barrel, barrel-proof whiskeys, a series of excellent cask-strength American single malts, and rye whiskeys made with different grain varietals.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
29 June 2025
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This would not have been possible without tireless work from our excellent lawyers @TheJusticeDept and our Solicitor General John Sauer.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 June 2025
Adjective
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After hours inside, ogle the matchless architecture of the nearby Palace Museum, stroll the beautiful trails and soak in some glorious views, Chinese ink paintings come to life.—
Baz Dreisinger,
Forbes,
7 Dec. 2024
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Tickets are pricey – from $99 to more than $200 – but Sphere brass view the cost as a worth it for the matchless experience.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA TODAY,
18 Oct. 2024
Adjective
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In an increasingly demanding academic environment, with pressures to publish, secure grants, and manage larger class sizes, the temptation to leverage AI for efficiency is immense.—
Nate Bennett,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Mergers and acquisitions involves a small handful of people at these banks so their profit margins will be immense.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
30 June 2025
Adjective
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The farcical energy that Ralph Fiennes brings to The Grand Budapest Hotel is unequaled in the Wes Anderson filmography.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
12 June 2025
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While rafting trips in the winter months offer an unequaled experience, the prime summer trips provide a sure shot of adrenaline through moderate Class II rapids.—
Outside Online,
Outside Online,
19 May 2025
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“Unexampled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unexampled. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.
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