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having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability
the house cat is a mouse-hunting machine of unmatched efficiency
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Recent Examples of unmatched
The Southern California metropolis lays claim to some of the world’s best year-round farmers markets, and its enclaves of immigrant cuisines—Koreatown, Thai Town, and the San Gabriel Valley for Chinese—are unmatched.
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The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 June 2026
His unselfishness and understanding of how to fit his skill set around Nikola Jokic’s brilliance remain unmatched.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 8 June 2026
Most of the work is now forgotten, its sentimental and romantic nature wildly unmatched to the grim reality of the conflict taking shape.
—Jake Lundberg, The Atlantic, 8 June 2026
The Suncoast encompasses about 150 miles along the Gulf of Mexico, and this stretch of shore offers unmatched terrain, with crystal waters as aqua blue and bright as a chlorinated pool, sand as soft as powdered sugar, and almost constant sunshine.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 6 June 2026
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The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 June 2026
His unselfishness and understanding of how to fit his skill set around Nikola Jokic’s brilliance remain unmatched.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 8 June 2026
Most of the work is now forgotten, its sentimental and romantic nature wildly unmatched to the grim reality of the conflict taking shape.
—Jake Lundberg, The Atlantic, 8 June 2026
The Suncoast encompasses about 150 miles along the Gulf of Mexico, and this stretch of shore offers unmatched terrain, with crystal waters as aqua blue and bright as a chlorinated pool, sand as soft as powdered sugar, and almost constant sunshine.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 6 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unmatched
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However, because cities still hold elections in odd years — where Democratic turnout is historically higher than in Republican-leaning suburbs and rural areas — the math could tip in the amendment’s favor.—
Jeffrey M. Wice,
New York Daily News,
16 June 2026
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Immediately after alighting from its fanciful detour, Woods makes the odd decision to leave Emily’s perspective and lock into Sylvia’s.—
Natalia Winkelman,
Variety,
16 June 2026
Adjective
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What sounds like a zoo for the exceedingly posh is an invitation-only section with an infamously strict dress code.—
Sheena McKenzie,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
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Half of those goals come from Jonathan David, who scored in the 92nd minute to join Lionel Messi as the only players to pull off hat tricks in this World Cup.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
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The Knicks trailed in every single game against San Antonio and were down as many as 10 in the fourth quarter of Game 5.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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On June 8, Kentucky State Police Post 11 in London, Kentucky, responded to reports of a single-vehicle crash involving a pedestrian on Interstate 75 northbound near the 62-mile marker in Rockcastle County.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
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The presidential suite has ergonomic desks and chairs (perfect for a working vacation) and brown leather details that give a cozy feel, plus floor-to-ceiling windows with unparalleled, unobstructed views of the city.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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To craft a suit that looks so polished yet feels so effortless takes unparalleled expertise.—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
17 June 2026
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Each is 72+ pages long and features an exceptional design printed on premium paper.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
18 June 2026
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So to commemorate the occasion, the distillery team decided to release a pair of truly rare and exceptional age statement expressions.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
17 June 2026
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Rice and Elliot Anderson have impressive engines but will carry an extraordinary burden throughout the tournament and need to stay on top of their game and at full intensity throughout.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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Artificial intelligence has changed a whole lot in the past few years because people have started really becoming aware of the extraordinary progress and the extraordinary risks that go with it.—
K. R. Callaway,
Scientific American,
16 June 2026
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With unparalleled access to the world's most influential people, the trust of consumers and partners globally, and an unrivaled power to convene, TIME's mission is to tell the essential stories of the people and ideas that shape and improve the world.—
TIME PR,
Time,
11 June 2026
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His joy in calling Jokic’s games was unmistakable and unrivaled.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
11 June 2026
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This should be an excellent match against a South Korean side that also has a victory after its comeback last week to beat Czechia.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
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Come for that convenience, and stay for lively communal areas, sleek and spacious rooms and suites, and excellent food and beverage programming.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 June 2026
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“Unmatched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unmatched. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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