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as in models
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 masterpieces
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 ideals
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 classics
The eight celebrities and their partners will be divided into two teams of eight, competing against each other in an exciting showdown to the tune of two Disney classics.
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Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
That’s where classics like a corn casserole or a green bean casserole come in.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2024
Timely can be necessary and useful, but the timeless—including the classics and ancient wisdom —is also necessary and useful.
—Arianna Huffington, TIME, 21 Oct. 2024
The film traces the history of the production house, which has created classics like The Curse of Frankenstein, Dracula and The Quartermass Xperiment, and will be on show at the upcoming American Film Market.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2024
Experience some of The Second City’s newest classics alongside their trademark improvisation, performed by the next generation of comedy superstars.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 20 Oct. 2024
But for close to three hours on Saturday night, Mitchell delivered a landmark concert filled with stunning classics, thrilling deep cuts, and laughter in between.
—John Lonsdale, Rolling Stone, 20 Oct. 2024
De La Soul, Busta Rhymes, the Roots, Queen Latifah, Common, and Spliff Star then performed a medley of Tribe classics.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 20 Oct. 2024
Queen City Cabaret presents a night of musical tricks and treats, from haunting jazz standards to campy cult classics.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 20 Oct. 2024
Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
That’s where classics like a corn casserole or a green bean casserole come in.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2024
Timely can be necessary and useful, but the timeless—including the classics and ancient wisdom —is also necessary and useful.
—Arianna Huffington, TIME, 21 Oct. 2024
The film traces the history of the production house, which has created classics like The Curse of Frankenstein, Dracula and The Quartermass Xperiment, and will be on show at the upcoming American Film Market.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2024
Experience some of The Second City’s newest classics alongside their trademark improvisation, performed by the next generation of comedy superstars.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 20 Oct. 2024
But for close to three hours on Saturday night, Mitchell delivered a landmark concert filled with stunning classics, thrilling deep cuts, and laughter in between.
—John Lonsdale, Rolling Stone, 20 Oct. 2024
De La Soul, Busta Rhymes, the Roots, Queen Latifah, Common, and Spliff Star then performed a medley of Tribe classics.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 20 Oct. 2024
Queen City Cabaret presents a night of musical tricks and treats, from haunting jazz standards to campy cult classics.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 20 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for classics
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The entertainer’s ability to write chart-topping hits while transforming them into visual masterpieces is an art form in itself.Kenneth J. Williams Jr., Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Their mission is to introduce the international community to the masterpieces of Saudi music and foster cultural exchange worldwide.Omar Baqbouq, Billboard, 2 Oct. 2024
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Despite its previous bad culinary advice about pizza and rocks, AI will initially be used for the presentation of the results for queries in English about recipes and meal ideas entered on mobile devices.Michael Liedtke, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2024
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But optimists believe that AI is here to augment our work for the better, cutting out busywork and drudgery so that people can spend more time on ideas and creativity.Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2024
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The difference in scope is so vast, so astronomical, that these penalties are unrecognizable from their prior incarnations.Robert Goulder, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
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Not only is he not mentioned in Tolkien’s original text, there isn’t even anyone like him in previous incarnations of LOTR.Christian Holub, EW.com, 4 Oct. 2024
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Loewe offers great examples, as does Brioni.Caroline Reilly, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2024
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The removable roof isn’t all that differentiates it from other examples of the EV.Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2024
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Some of them are hopeful manifestations for the remix album and others are definitely just for the lulz.Mathew Rodriguez, Them, 3 Oct. 2024
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The clinical manifestations and direct impact on the heart, lungs, and other organs will be measured in the next phase of study.Bill Frist, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
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The rule first tightened the emissions standards for non-mercury metals.Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 4 Oct. 2024
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Improvement is central to both standards.Ludwig Melik, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Classics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classics. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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