variants or unrivalled
as in unparalleled
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 In the short run, however, New York’s economic downfall was a boon to its unrivaled status as a seedbed of art and culture. Rolling Stone, 16 June 2025 Unlock unrivaled sports coverage with The Athletic. Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 15 June 2025 Over the past two and a half centuries, our warriors have shown unrivaled valor on fields, a battle around the globe. ABC News, 15 June 2025 Now that Israel is laying claim to being the region’s unrivaled power, Arab states and Iran—and also Turkey—need each other to establish a balance. Vali Nasr, Foreign Affairs, 10 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for unrivaled
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Adjective
  • His unparalleled talent and unique spirit created the soundtrack of so many lives around the globe, including our own.
    Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 26 June 2025
  • By leveraging strategic partnerships, cutting-edge technology and the iconic TPC Sawgrass course, the PGA Tour delivered an unparalleled experience for fans both on-site and at home.
    Julio Cesar Gomez, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
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  • Along the way, there have been some other expressions as well, including single barrel, barrel-proof whiskeys, a series of excellent cask-strength American single malts, and rye whiskeys made with different grain varietals.
    Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 29 June 2025
  • There are many excellent CRM platforms that are available at a much lower price point and that can serve the needs of most small and mid-sized businesses.
    Gene Marks, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
Adjective
  • Drought Severe to exceptional drought conditions were prevalent for much of south-central Texas when the downpours came, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor.
    ABC News, ABC News, 7 July 2025
  • One traveler noted their exceptional comfort during a trip to Portugal, praising their elevated look and all-day wearability.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2025
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  • Outstanding Actress in a Limited Series Cristin Milioti in The Penguin Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited Series Deirdre O’Connell in The Penguin Cristin is just so extraordinary, and she’s always been extraordinary.
    Joe Reid, Vulture, 27 June 2025
  • The process of making this film has been so extraordinary to me and totally reframed the narrative for me.
    Yvonne Villarreal, Los Angeles Times, 27 June 2025
Adjective
  • Signed last summer from AC Monza for a fee of €18 million ($19.49 million), Di Gregorio looks like a superb signing already worth far more than that initial transfer fee.
    Adam Digby, Forbes.com, 6 July 2025
  • Michael Busch did the most damage, going 4-for-4 with three homers and five RBIs, continuing his quiet development into a superb all-around first baseman.
    Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 5 July 2025
Adjective
  • Accelerated Progress, Complex Integration China’s ability to fast-track large-scale infrastructure is unmatched globally.
    Vivian Toh, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025
  • His talent, energy, and passion for music were unmatched, and his contributions to our sound and success are immeasurable.
    Ilana Kaplan, People.com, 3 July 2025
Adjective
  • The farcical energy that Ralph Fiennes brings to The Grand Budapest Hotel is unequaled in the Wes Anderson filmography.
    Joe Reid, Vulture, 12 June 2025
  • While rafting trips in the winter months offer an unequaled experience, the prime summer trips provide a sure shot of adrenaline through moderate Class II rapids.
    Outside Online, Outside Online, 19 May 2025
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  • The design delivers unsurpassed toe splay, enforced by the separate toe pockets, and a close-to-the-ground, near-barefoot ride.
    Jonathan Beverly, Outside Online, 23 June 2025
  • Besides unsurpassed fishing, the resort provides access to more than 30 world-class diving and snorkeling sites, thanks to its primo location a stone’s throw from the 62-mile Great Astrolabe Reef, the fourth largest barrier reef in the world.
    Alexandra Kirkman, Robb Report, 29 May 2025

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“Unrivaled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unrivaled. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.

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