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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
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.
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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
The Mandels' giving offers a window into how billionaire megadonors have become an unrivaled force in American politics.
—Gabe Kaminsky, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
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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
The Mandels' giving offers a window into how billionaire megadonors have become an unrivaled force in American politics.
—Gabe Kaminsky, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unrivaled
Adjective
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Barring an Eric Swalwell-style blow-up, the top three — Becerra, Steyer and Hilton — are really the only true contenders.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
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Scheffler has struggled with opening rounds for most of the year since opening with a 63 in his season debut at The American Express, his only victory.—
Doug Ferguson,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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The start of this hike is especially steep, as is the last half-mile to Herman Lake, but the views are unparalleled.—
Abigail Bliss,
Denver Post,
13 May 2026
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For the contestants, Eurovision remains an unparalleled opportunity to build a worldwide fanbase.—
Andrew Jones,
NBC news,
12 May 2026
Adjective
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Both political insurgents were elected under extraordinary circumstances.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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The extraordinary Denis Compton was one of England’s great batters over two decades from the late 1930s to the late 50s but was good enough as a footballer to win the league and FA Cup as a winger with Arsenal.—
Paul Newman,
New York Times,
10 May 2026
Adjective
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Christopher Sanchez has once again been excellent, and Jacob Misiorowski has often looked unhittable with over 14 strikeouts per nine innings.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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The excellent, nonprofit gallery and incubator known as PlatteForum has moved around a bit over the years, and will reopen in the Art District on Santa Fe starting June 5.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
14 May 2026
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Toulouse pride themselves on a blend of youth and experience in their ranks, but this teenager was exceptional.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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This may seem especially strange given birds’ exceptional vision.—
Yasemin Saplakoglu,
Quanta Magazine,
13 May 2026
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Based on both individual play and contributions to his teams, LeBron’s entire body of work is unmatched and LeBron’s play at age 41 is still magnificent.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
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Burke’s combination of talent and desire are unmatched.—
Matt Le Cren,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 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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“Unrivaled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unrivaled. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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