one of a kind

noun phrase

: a person or thing that is not like any other person or thing

I don't know how we'll ever replace Mary after she retires. She's really one of a kind.

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While the professional version was neat and instantly recognizable as Santa, the poster's attempt was one of a kind, to say the least. —

Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024 What Vera built is one of a kind, what the Vera Wang brand is is one of a kind and Vera Wang is a legend and one of a kind. —

Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024 But just like the nationally renowned, multistage Milwaukee music venue housed in the 97-year-old building, the Rave's seasonal decorations are one of a kind. —

Piet Levy, Journal Sentinel, 11 Dec. 2024 The best personalized gifts are one of a kind, meaning there’s no chance your recipient will see them anywhere else. —

Esther Carlstone, SELF, 4 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for one of a kind

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