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as in exemplary
constituting, serving as, or worthy of being a pattern to be imitated
classic designs in furniture that never go out of style
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
one of the really classic comedies in the history of movies
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as in distinctive
serving to identify as belonging to an individual or group
the anthropologist noted the classic facial features of the inhabitants of those islands
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as in authoritative
being the most accurate and apparently thorough
the classic study of the alienation of the individual in modern urban society
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as in model
someone of such unequaled perfection as to deserve imitation
among women who have devoted themselves to a life of scientific inquiry, Marie Curie is one of the acknowledged classics
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as in masterpiece
something (as a work of art) that is a great achievement and often its creator's greatest achievement
the works of Michelangelo are regarded as classics of the sculptor's art
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as in ideal
the most perfect type or example
his journey of discovery was a classic of arduous effort and fierce determination
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Recent Examples of classic
Anna Theoktisto, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2025
Other lands are Super Nintendo World, How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic and Dark Universe, which features classic monsters such as the Creature From the Black Lagoon, the Mummy and brides of Dracula.
—Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel, 8 Feb. 2025
Paul Fitzgerald, Rolling Stone, 7 Feb. 2025
Food in the suites includes New Orleans classics like Po’ Boy sandwiches, alligator sausage and chicken and sausage gumbo, as well as sushi, steak and a seafood tower.
—Nicolas Vega, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
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This sweet and custardy bread pudding swaps out the brioche for buttery, flaky chocolate croissants, which takes the classic dessert up a notch.
—Anna Theoktisto, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2025
Other lands are Super Nintendo World, How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic and Dark Universe, which features classic monsters such as the Creature From the Black Lagoon, the Mummy and brides of Dracula.
—Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel, 8 Feb. 2025
Noun
Despite its source material, Jackie Brown preserves parts of Tarantino’s cinematic language, including homages—such as the opening title shot—that recall classics like The Graduate.
—Paul Fitzgerald, Rolling Stone, 7 Feb. 2025
Food in the suites includes New Orleans classics like Po’ Boy sandwiches, alligator sausage and chicken and sausage gumbo, as well as sushi, steak and a seafood tower.
—Nicolas Vega, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for classic
Adjective
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Finally, this exemplary fabric had been put into a massive machine called the Dolphin 1200, which finishes the fabric and prevents it from shrinking.—
Gary Shteyngart,
The Atlantic,
7 Feb. 2025
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The comedians reflect on which exemplary celebrity hosts had the skills to join the SNL cast full-time in this exclusive clip from the ep.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
7 Feb. 2025
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With its affordable price, this coverlet is an excellent value for the quality.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2025
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Lucas Bergvall and Dejan Kulusevski are excellent at carrying the ball and driving into space.—
Jay Harris,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Morello mixed in brief passages of his own distinctive sound, but the overall effect remained tied to an older tradition.—
Steve Appleford,
SPIN,
11 Feb. 2025
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For one thing, Ross created conditions for distinctive voices to be heard.—
Christopher B. Daly,
The Conversation,
11 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Vancouver had an authoritative control of shots and scoring chances but fell 3-2 in overtime.—
Harman Dayal,
The Athletic,
3 Feb. 2025
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Voters were searching elsewhere for authoritative opinion.—
Peter Bart,
Deadline,
30 Jan. 2025
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His work is grounded in a three-layer model developed during his time at C4ADS: data management, analysis, and requirements.—
Kody Boye,
USA TODAY,
15 Feb. 2025
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That sale was followed by the film’s Oscar win, which helped make docs a cornerstone of Netflix’s business model.—
Addie Morfoot,
Variety,
15 Feb. 2025
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Accessible only by a daring climb up sheer rock faces, this 6th-century masterpiece rewards the brave with breathtaking views and ancient frescoes untouched by time.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
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James lifted the Lakers over Golden State with a vintage 42-point, 17-rebound masterpiece.—
Danny Emerman,
The Mercury News,
16 Feb. 2025
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Their revolutionary ideas about communal love were rooted in radically changing how people relate to one another and the programs inspired by these ideals demonstrated the profound capacity of collective care and solidarity.—
Mickell Carter / Made by History,
TIME,
19 Feb. 2025
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Luckily, designers are prepared with ladylike jackets with a roomier fit—ideal for pairing with some stirrup leggings and a heel or ballerina.—
Kerry Pieri,
Vogue,
18 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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As played by Samantha Gershman in her Drury Lane Theatre debut, King is the quintessential girl next door: sweet, earnest and family-oriented.—
Emily McClanathan,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Feb. 2025
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Belting out a national anthem at a sports event is a quintessential patriotic act.—
Talib Visram,
TIME,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Classic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classic. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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