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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
However, some may still find Cancun International Airport (CUN) easier, given its unmatched flight availability.
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Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 2026
Nothing in the lineup compared with the Snapdragon X laptop's near-30-hour result, so look in that direction for unmatched lasting power.
—Joe Osborne, PC Magazine, 10 Mar. 2026
Our talent base, global connectivity, and financial ecosystem remain unmatched.
—Steven Fulop, New York Daily News, 8 Mar. 2026
In 2021 Deadguy reunited its unmatched original lineup of Corvino, lead guitarist Keith Huckins (who defined the band’s original sound), vocalist Tim Singer and drummer Dave Rosenberg.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 7 Mar. 2026
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Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 2026
Nothing in the lineup compared with the Snapdragon X laptop's near-30-hour result, so look in that direction for unmatched lasting power.
—Joe Osborne, PC Magazine, 10 Mar. 2026
Our talent base, global connectivity, and financial ecosystem remain unmatched.
—Steven Fulop, New York Daily News, 8 Mar. 2026
In 2021 Deadguy reunited its unmatched original lineup of Corvino, lead guitarist Keith Huckins (who defined the band’s original sound), vocalist Tim Singer and drummer Dave Rosenberg.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 7 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unmatched
Adjective
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The occasional odd campaign moment and foot-in-mouth gaff didn't help – neither did Jordan getting top honors from his fellow thespians at the Actor Awards.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
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There's no sight of the near-mythical paiche—an air-breathing fish native to the Amazon basin that can grow to more than 13 feet in length—nor any odd-looking mammals such as the tapir.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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An Israeli strike also hit in the vicinity of Lebanon's only public university, killing a professor and the director of the science faculty at the campus in Hadath, on the outskirts of Beirut's southern suburbs.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
13 Mar. 2026
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The Cowboys will be hoping for a turnaround for a defense that was the only unit in the NFL to yield an average 30 or more points per game.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Celebrini now has 94 points, moving him past Jonathan Cheechoo for fourth place on the Sharks’ all-time single-season scoring list.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
15 Mar. 2026
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Though the bigger executive rooms are the standout, the smaller single-room studios are equally beautiful, cost a little less, and sometimes come with their own easter eggs.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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But for those looking to stay hyperlocal, the Grand America has menus and venues in-house for every occasion, and the Grand Spa’s full-service specialty treatments are unparalleled in the American West.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
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That level of consistency and longevity competing at the highest level of Dallas-Fort Worth basketball is unparalleled.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Mar. 2026
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The royal wave The theming on board is exceptional, with restaurants, bars, beauty parlours and activities, all dusted with Disney glitter.—
Helen Wright,
TheWeek,
11 Mar. 2026
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Jessie Buckley did exceptional work in Hamnet.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Every accommodation includes distinct furnishings, finishes, and wall coverings seemingly designed around the extraordinary bed at the center of it all.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
Architectural Digest,
9 Mar. 2026
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Force majeure is a legal maneuver that can allow a company to suspend contractual obligations amid extraordinary events.—
NPR Staff,
NPR,
9 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Adding to the diverse mix were hired hands from tribes such as the Comanche, Cheyenne and Apache, who became unrivaled horse whisperers long before settlers arrived on their lands.—
Foreign Correspondent,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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Its special nature lies in its unrivaled power, and the unusual combination of muscle car DNA, with 3 rows of seating, and its substantial amount of space, power, and utility.—
Tony Leopardo,
Mercury News,
15 Feb. 2026
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Their egg dishes are excellent, the burger is top-notch and the roasted chicken, which is cooked over an open fire in the kitchen, is superb.—
Lisa Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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The bralette-style cups on this dual-strap tankini top are an excellent fit for smaller chests, and the criss-crossing back is a fun touch.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Unmatched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unmatched. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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