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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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as in excellent
of the very best kind
a French restaurant known for its unsurpassed cuisine
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Recent Examples of unsurpassed
Skillful soccer is played in many places, but the majestic athletics of Serie A are unsurpassed.
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Mark Ellwood,
Robb Report,
2 Sep. 2025
But for Fortnite, these are the unsurpassed OGs.
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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.
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Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Mar. 2023
And in certain fields, such as cancer diagnostics and treatment, the United States offers unsurpassed care.
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William C. Hsiao,
Foreign Affairs,
10 Dec. 2019
See All Example Sentences for 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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unsurpassed
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Powell became emotional again when the prosecutor said Walton’s sister – his only close surviving relative – fully supported the decision to set him free.
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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.
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And with such excellent transit, there can be much greater housing density.
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His group stage has been consistently excellent without announcing itself — the kind of contribution that shows up in the table rather than the highlights.
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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.
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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.
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After multiple close calls, Ivory Coast tied the match in the 74th minute with a superb run by Amad Diallo.
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These popular plants are superb, long-lasting garden ornaments.
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To start, Lendeborg is an exceptional passer who can run point from the forward position.
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Collectors are competing for works with scarcity, exceptional provenance, and a clear place in art history.
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Sneakers are always calling my name (a great travel companion).
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Having spent more than 30 years in the makeup industry, founder and makeup artist Jung Saem Mool knows great makeup starts long before foundation enters the picture.
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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.
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The Vietnam War was fought by young Americans thrust into extraordinary circumstances.
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So many wonderful dinners with friends and nights out on the town.
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Soccer – football in much of the world – has a long and wonderful tradition of singing, whether that be in praise of their favorite players, mocking opponents (sometimes, brutally so) or simply urging their team forward.
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