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as in only
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
Princess Cruises For a classy onboard experience with the whole family, Princess Cruises offers delicious dining options and unmatched premium service.
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Linnea Bailey, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2026
Just as Buffett saw Coca-Cola’s unmatched brand moat and pricing power as advantages that the market was temporarily mispricing, Ackman is betting that UMG’s enduring position in the music industry represents an irreplaceable investment that will reward patient capital.
—Jacqueline Munis, Fortune, 7 Apr. 2026
Don’t miss these unmatched deals — shop my favorite finds from $10.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 7 Apr. 2026
Singleton brings a level of speed and production unmatched by any returning Gator.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
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Linnea Bailey, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2026
Just as Buffett saw Coca-Cola’s unmatched brand moat and pricing power as advantages that the market was temporarily mispricing, Ackman is betting that UMG’s enduring position in the music industry represents an irreplaceable investment that will reward patient capital.
—Jacqueline Munis, Fortune, 7 Apr. 2026
Don’t miss these unmatched deals — shop my favorite finds from $10.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 7 Apr. 2026
Singleton brings a level of speed and production unmatched by any returning Gator.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unmatched
Adjective
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To strike that balance, the characters had to be funny and a little odd but also warm and genuinely fond of one another, enough that the hero would think, This is worth preserving.—
Angelina Mazza,
Vulture,
7 Apr. 2026
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That was something McGuire said that seemed odd.—
Amelia Mugavero,
CBS News,
7 Apr. 2026
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Neon Carnival Neon Carnival hits a major milestone this year, celebrating 15 years as one of the festival weekend's most exclusive, invite-only parties known for attracting A-list stars (hey Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce!—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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This crossing is not the only bridge in the Sacramento region with safety concerns.—
James Taylor,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Jack grew up in an impoverished single-parent household and David is from a wealthy Texan family.—
Cressida Leyshon,
New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2026
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Simpson scored on Diaz’s eighth-inning single and the game’s game-winning run, proving costly for a Yankees squad now facing a series sweep on Sunday.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
12 Apr. 2026
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More than 1,700 people have requested voluntary removals from the facility since the start of 2025, according to immigration court data published by researchers at Syracuse University — a level unparalleled by any period since the researchers began tracking it nearly 30 years ago.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
6 Apr. 2026
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Meghan's fashion game during this stretch—hers and Harry’s last before stepping back as senior royals—was unparalleled.—
Katherine J Igoe,
InStyle,
3 Apr. 2026
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Many say these chiefs were doing exceptional work in the community to improve public safety, and believe their firings are a result of speaking out against the city manager.—
Gabriela Vidal,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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While the stock trades at a modest premium to its industry, that premium reflects exceptional profitability, superior balance-sheet quality, and multiple avenues for long-term AI monetization.—
Tony Zhang,
CNBC,
8 Apr. 2026
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That set the stage for an extraordinary showdown that posed serious risks for the global economy and raised the specter that the ceasefire could collapse and the war could resume.—
Samy Magdy,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Apr. 2026
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The scale of commitment is extraordinary.—
Winston Ma,
semafor.com,
13 Apr. 2026
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The American military, despite its unrivaled power, has trouble swatting down swarms of cheap drones.—
Simon Shuster,
The Atlantic,
9 Apr. 2026
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Crockett rejects the idea, saying the Tejano legend holds an unrivaled status in the community.—
Mars Salazar,
Austin American Statesman,
2 Apr. 2026
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Alliums are excellent neighbors to beets, brassicas, tomatoes, and more.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2026
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This bracelet makes an excellent Mother’s Day jewelry gift.—
Brigitt Earley,
Glamour,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Unmatched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unmatched. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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