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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The only deal that Netanyahu would view as acceptable is a Libya-style nuclear deal.—
Nadeen Ebrahim,
CNN Money,
26 Apr. 2025
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The only Florida location, in Naples, opened in September 2024.—
Michelle Spitzer,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Australia is home to an extraordinary share of Earth’s biodiversity.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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One minor injury was reported in the extraordinary mishap.—
Anne Flaherty,
ABC News,
28 Apr. 2025
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The secret to an exceptional Amatriciana lies in selecting impeccable guanciale Amatriciano—with its perfect balance of tender meat and luxurious fat—creating the foundation upon which this masterpiece is built.—
Jenn Rice,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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His answer, given the exceptional political and economic turmoil in Canada, was a bit surprising.—
Ian Austen,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Dart was also an elite threat running the ball, carrying it 124 times for 495 yards and three scores and displaying unparalleled toughness for a quarterback.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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At the heart of this pivotal period lies the sales kickoff—an event that, when executed correctly, can set the stage for a year of unparalleled success.—
Anjai Lal,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In a survey of more than 15,000 users after its rollout in 2024, 90% of respondents ranked their experience as excellent or above average.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Scott McKenna bossing the defence, Fabio Silva scoring goals for fun, Oli McBurnie bashing around and suddenly speaking excellent Spanish… this is a cause to believe in.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 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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The group had a concert the evening prior, which would put a strain on their voices, as their songs are intense and require immense vocal control.—
Laura Sirikul,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Cena was the undisputed face of WWE for over a decade, a period of immense success for both the performer and the company, largely under McMahon's leadership and guidance.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Apr. 2025
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America’s growth, progress, and leadership have always been driven by its unequaled partnership of its universities and businesses.—
Eli Amdur,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Of course, alfresco dining under the evening sky of the western Med serves up an unequaled sense of togetherness.—
Tristan Rutherford,
Robb Report,
1 Feb. 2025
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“Unexampled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unexampled. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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