exclusivity

noun

ex·​clu·​siv·​i·​ty ˌek-ˌsklü-ˈsi-və-tē How to pronounce exclusivity (audio)
ik-,
-ˈzi-
plural exclusivities
1
: the quality or state of being exclusive
2
: exclusive rights or services

Examples of exclusivity in a Sentence

a symbol of wealth and exclusivity
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The Hermès Birkin bag has long been synonymous with exclusivity, but according to artistic director Pierre-Alexis Dumas, its scarcity isn’t part of a deliberate marketing strategy. Ty Gaskins, WWD, 20 Dec. 2024 The board alleges that under the participant classification, contestants were deprived of worker protections guaranteed to employees under the National Labor Relations Act, and subject to unlawful contractual terms related to publicity, exclusivity and confidentiality. Emma Bowman, NPR, 17 Dec. 2024 The clients’ storefronts are positioned to succeed in a sometimes tough marketplace by focusing on exclusivity and quality. Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024 For those seeking exclusivity, the invitation-only TAPASAKE Club combines Japanese cuisine with poolside convenience. Joe Niehaus, Travel + Leisure, 9 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for exclusivity 

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of exclusivity was in 1926

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“Exclusivity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exclusivity. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.

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exclusivity

noun
ex·​clu·​siv·​i·​ty ˌeks-ˌklü-ˈsiv-ət-ē How to pronounce exclusivity (audio)
iks-,
-ˈziv-
plural exclusivities
1
: the quality or state of being exclusive
2
: exclusive rights or services

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