as in only
having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability the matchless beauty and grandeur of Yosemite Valley

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Recent Examples of matchless In a world of ceaseless tumult, its matchless serenity is more powerful than ever. James Kaplan, The Atlantic, 6 Mar. 2024 Those who would have him saw somebody matchless. Mikal Gilmore, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2022 The Camp Chef Pro60X ($300) offers two, rocket-like burners with 30,000 BTUs a piece—along with matchless ignition—and a three-sided windscreen to battle the elements. Rob Reed, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2022 Pelosi, though, is known for her matchless ability to count votes. Amy Davidson Sorkin, The New Yorker, 18 Nov. 2022 See All Example Sentences for matchless
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  • The change was approved at a Aug. 27, 2019, board meeting where Curry was the only trustee to oppose the salary reduction, and several residents voiced concerns about how the decision could affect efforts to attract mayoral candidates, meeting minutes show.
    Samantha Moilanen, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2025
  • The only way a person can navigate the difficulties and the loneliness that may come with them is to focus on themselves first.
    Alba Contreras Rodriguez, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
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  • Rather than ship a product whose price could skyrocket overnight, Cadena and other factory managers took the extraordinary measure of holding back millions of dollars in U.S.-bound goods amid the uncertainty.
    Lauren Villagran, USA TODAY, 27 Feb. 2025
  • To an extraordinary degree, his administration has already succeeded.
    Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 27 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
  • Lucas Bergvall and Dejan Kulusevski are excellent at carrying the ball and driving into space.
    Jay Harris, The Athletic, 17 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Tilda Swinton, 'Michael Clayton' (2008) Swinton and George Clooney make exceptional adversaries in the engrossing legal thriller.
    Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 25 Feb. 2025
  • The report found the company to be exceptional, with quibbles so minor that explaining them here would require a crash course in the dense lexicon of climate reporting.
    Justin Worland, TIME, 25 Feb. 2025
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  • The festival features a variety of activities, including ice climbing, snowshoeing and sleigh rides, with Banff National Park as an incomparable backdrop.
    Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
  • Starring the incomparable Florence Pugh, The Wonder is a great option for those who love a mystery.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
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  • Her commitment to regional theater was unparalleled.
    Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 25 Feb. 2025
  • The Max was unparalleled in delivering fast, reliable WiFi 7 access.
    Anthony Karcz, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Superstar country band Midland's peerless understanding of aesthetics and dynamics makes their every interaction with the universe feel like it's dipped in amber and swathed in vintage sepia tones best regarded as Instagram filters in the modern era.
    Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 18 Oct. 2024
  • Indeed, both Elon and Tesla are peerless, but what is the appropriate valuation to assign that exceptionalism?
    Michael Khouw, CNBC, 28 Jan. 2025
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  • Misconceptions are spreading almost as fast as the excitement for what is a really simple, beautiful event.
    Jamie Carter, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
  • The moment of Matt seeing Elektra outlined in the rain with his special senses is nothing short of beautiful.
    David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025

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“Matchless.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/matchless. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.

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