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Definition of unrivalednext
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 His joy in calling Jokic’s games was unmistakable and unrivaled. Troy Renck, Denver Post, 11 June 2026 Sliced roast turkey, prosciutto, provolone, mozzarella, sautéed spinach, and roasted peppers perform alchemy on DiGiampietro’s unrivaled baked-on-site sesame roll. Adam Erace, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 June 2026 The group features sustainable darlings like Babylonstoren in South Africa and true regional gems like the storied La Mamounia, a landmark of Marrakech’s unrivaled hospitality scene. Erin Florio, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026 Anthropologie has been a go-to in my shopping rotation for 16-plus years, thanks to its unrivaled selection of both timeless and trending styles that don’t skimp on quality. Jordan Julian, InStyle, 22 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for unrivaled
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unrivaled
Adjective
  • Powell became emotional again when the prosecutor said Walton’s sister – his only close surviving relative – fully supported the decision to set him free.
    Andy Rose, CNN Money, 26 June 2026
  • The Toronto fan base, which landed a finalist at every position and two outfielders, is Langeliers’ only true obstacle left to overcome en route to a starting job at the All-Star Game.
    Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 26 June 2026
Adjective
  • Gen Z, raised with unparalleled access to technology, has pushed back harder against what many call brain rot, looking for tactile, screen-free time together.
    Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 24 June 2026
  • While agile new companies can offer top AI thinkers massive equity upside, Hassabis’s confidence is rooted in Google’s structural advantages, including its unparalleled ecosystem of data, integrated hardware, and sheer computing power.
    Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 23 June 2026
Adjective
  • Our work complements beautifully the extraordinary work that has already been done by the producers, sales agents and distributors of Mike Leigh’s films over the years.
    Leo Barraclough, Variety, 22 June 2026
  • The Vietnam War was fought by young Americans thrust into extraordinary circumstances.
    Gary MacNamara, Hartford Courant, 22 June 2026
Adjective
  • Turkey evened it in the 10th minute with an excellent two-man game from Baris Alper Yilmaz and Güler, the 21-year-old Real Madrid rising star.
    Greg Beacham, Chicago Tribune, 26 June 2026
  • The nearby town of Dolores makes an excellent home base.
    Jamie Siebrase, Denver Post, 26 June 2026
Adjective
  • To start, Lendeborg is an exceptional passer who can run point from the forward position.
    Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 24 June 2026
  • Collectors are competing for works with scarcity, exceptional provenance, and a clear place in art history.
    George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 24 June 2026
Adjective
  • Both fandoms known for their unmatched passion and energy.
    Andrew Greif, NBC news, 20 June 2026
  • Shawn's showmanship was unmatched.
    Danielle Parker, CBS News, 19 June 2026
Adjective
  • Upstairs there are five bedrooms, including an unequalled primary suite.
    James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 14 June 2026
  • 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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“Unrivaled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unrivaled. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.

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