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or unrivalled
as in only
having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability
a violinist who is hailed for his unrivaled musicianship
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Recent Examples of unrivaled
China's Hong Kong International Airport also came to mind for readers with its unrivaled shopping and one-of-a-kind Sky Bridge for watching airplanes above an active runway.
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Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 14 Jan. 2026
The San Diego Wave vaulted onto the San Diego sports scene in 2022 behind star power that was largely unrivaled in the National Women’s Soccer League.
—Ryan Finley, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Jan. 2026
Once regarded as the band’s kid brother — not to mention its youthful heartthrob — Weir became a whiskery symbol of the Dead’s unrivaled endurance.
—Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2026
Basin’s unique sauna ceremonies, thermal pools, and glacial lounges combine cutting-edge science and wellness techniques with the Fairmont’s unrivaled attention to detail and service.
—Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Jan. 2026
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Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 14 Jan. 2026
The San Diego Wave vaulted onto the San Diego sports scene in 2022 behind star power that was largely unrivaled in the National Women’s Soccer League.
—Ryan Finley, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Jan. 2026
Once regarded as the band’s kid brother — not to mention its youthful heartthrob — Weir became a whiskery symbol of the Dead’s unrivaled endurance.
—Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2026
Basin’s unique sauna ceremonies, thermal pools, and glacial lounges combine cutting-edge science and wellness techniques with the Fairmont’s unrivaled attention to detail and service.
—Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unrivaled
Adjective
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Trump was not the only person present at the executive order signing ceremony to have personal testimony regarding drug and alcohol addiction.—
Naomi Lim,
The Washington Examiner,
30 Jan. 2026
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That is the only charge Mangione faces that carries the potential death penalty.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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At first, the message was pure promise and a vision of unparalleled intelligence deployed at scale.—
Alexander Puutio,
Forbes.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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The three-night Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show broadcast will celebrate the show’s unparalleled legacy.—
Payton Turkeltaub,
Variety,
28 Jan. 2026
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The evening brought together chefs, civic leaders, business innovators, artists and community advocates to honor renewal, rebuild momentum and remind Angelenos what makes the city extraordinary.—
Michelle Edgar,
Daily News,
27 Jan. 2026
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The contest aims to highlight extraordinary moments from beneath the surface that usually go unseen.—
Leslie Katz,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The German is an excellent all-round forward who excels in bringing the best out of the teammates around him.—
Graham Ruthven,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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While not every product in the brand’s SOS collection includes hypochlorous acid (an excellent anti-acneic ingredient), the serum does.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
29 Jan. 2026
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The ship offers a rare opportunity to follow in the footsteps of historic polar explorers, paired with refined design, exceptional cuisine and a strong scientific mission.—
Laura Begley Bloom,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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At Old Trafford a fortnight earlier in the third round of the FA Cup, the game management of Kostoulas was exceptional in helping to protect a 2-1 lead as a late substitute.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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Moreover, herbs preserved in this way keep their original color and essential oils, maintaining a strong flavor that is unmatched by traditional air-drying.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
24 Jan. 2026
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The airiness factor of Brooklinen’s duvet cover is unmatched, especially if the duvet insert is equally lightweight.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
23 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Dig a little deeper, though, and there’s a lot of interesting data to be found, like the still large audiences for network news, the unequaled streak of a kids’ favorite and the halo effect of the NFL on Sunday night programming.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
19 Dec. 2025
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The key problem was the unequaled success of the Ptolemaic model.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
30 Oct. 2025
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