Definition of unsurpassednext
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as in only
having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability an artist who is unsurpassed at painting portraits that reveal the subject's inner life

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Recent Examples of unsurpassed Skillful soccer is played in many places, but the majestic athletics of Serie A are unsurpassed. Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025 But for Fortnite, these are the unsurpassed OGs. Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025 The setting, with views of the colorful houses of Nyhavn, is unsurpassed, and Broens Gadekøkken, Copenhagen's famed food market, is right next door. Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2023 And in certain fields, such as cancer diagnostics and treatment, the United States offers unsurpassed care. William C. Hsiao, Foreign Affairs, 10 Dec. 2019 See All Example Sentences for unsurpassed
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unsurpassed
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    Joaquin Sapien, ProPublica, 28 Aug. 2026
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  • Alas, this excellent advice goes into one of Joe’s ears and out the other.
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    Abigail Witmer, The Conversation, 31 Aug. 2026
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  • MacDonald makes superb use of the story’s Manchester backdrop.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Still, this is fundamentally a showcase for Bailey, a superb young actress already capable of formidable emotional depth and yet never showy.
    Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 27 Aug. 2026
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    ABC News, ABC News, 30 Aug. 2026
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    Angelica Ang, Fortune, 30 Aug. 2026
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  • One of the most extraordinary musical experiences of my life was recording with her.
    Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
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  • Nature aside, Cape Town boasts a wonderful juxtaposition of old world architecture and contemporary design across its vibrant neighborhoods.
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  • Both films had wonderful ensembles, ingenious writing and an unmistakable sense of occasion.
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“Unsurpassed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unsurpassed. Accessed 3 Sep. 2026.

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