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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 To mark that landmark anniversary, SpaceX recently shared a video looking back at three years of Starship flight tests while also looking ahead to what may be the unrivaled spacecraft's most important mission to date. Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 1 May 2026 The 36-passenger ship promises unrivaled environmental credentials, including the ability to operate using wind and sun up to 90 percent of the time and a zero-waste policy at sea. Chrissie McClatchie, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026 With unparalleled access to the world's most influential people, the trust of consumers and partners globally, and an unrivaled power to convene, TIME's mission is to tell the essential stories of the people and ideas that shape and improve the world. Time Pr, Time, 24 Apr. 2026 While the dissolution of the Main Street RSNs means that some 20 NBA and NHL teams are now on the lookout for new in-market distribution platforms, Playfly continues to enjoy an unrivaled position of influence within local sports. Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 24 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unrivaled
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  • The backstory Playa Cativo is one of the only hotels along this quiet stretch of coast—and by far the most luxurious (the only other lodge nearby is a hostel popular with backpackers).
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 June 2026
  • Robinson wasn't the only Knick who seemed fed up with Wembanyama.
    Alejandro Avila OutKick, FOXNews.com, 11 June 2026
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  • With unparalleled access to the world's most influential people, the trust of consumers and partners globally, and an unrivaled power to convene, TIME's mission is to tell the essential stories of the people and ideas that shape and improve the world.
    TIME PR, Time, 11 June 2026
  • Amazon was my first (and only stop)—the selection of stylish, budget-friendly lounge sets is unparalleled.
    Jordan Julian, InStyle, 9 June 2026
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  • Heat radiates from the pages of this extraordinary novel about a poor family in rural Mississippi in the days leading up to Hurricane Katrina.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 9 June 2026
  • Today’s presidential centers require extraordinary amounts of private capital to support broader ambitions.
    Andre Dowell, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026
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  • Marquinhos — Brazil/PSG The grizzled leader of PSG’s excellent defence occupies a similar role for Brazil, and his partnership with Gabriel will be the foundation for any deep World Cup run.
    Liam Twomey, New York Times, 11 June 2026
  • Watts got another excellent chance in the waning seconds, but the Patriots defense forced the shot to go wide.
    Jack Murray, Boston Herald, 11 June 2026
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  • At scholarship level especially, his record was exceptional — in the 2023-24 campaign, Wilson averaged a goal every 64 minutes, netting 16 in 13 games.
    Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 10 June 2026
  • Passages like these have the curious effect of retrofitting Sinking’s less exceptional moments with their elegant modernity.
    Ben Cardew, Pitchfork, 10 June 2026
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  • The Suncoast encompasses about 150 miles along the Gulf of Mexico, and this stretch of shore offers unmatched terrain, with crystal waters as aqua blue and bright as a chlorinated pool, sand as soft as powdered sugar, and almost constant sunshine.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 6 June 2026
  • Nolan’s film went all out with the use of IMAX cameras this time around, so the demand to see it specifically in IMAX will be high and indicative of the type of theatrical event Nolan is unmatched in creating.
    Brian Welk, IndieWire, 4 June 2026
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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
  • The key problem was the unequaled success of the Ptolemaic model.
    Big Think, Big Think, 30 Oct. 2025

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