as in excellent
of the very best kind
a top-notch violinist who had no trouble getting a position with the symphony
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Cities including Bozeman, Missoula, and Whitefish make great home bases for back-to-nature trips, and throughout the state, plenty of top-notch, ranch-style digs are available to choose from.
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Blane Bachelor, AFAR Media, 18 Dec. 2024
Of course, the music is top-notch, but the visual elements and storytelling also define K-pop culture.
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The movie looks and sounds terrific on Warner Archive’s Blu-ray, worth picking up not only for the top-notch transfer but also for a fantastic archival audio commentary where film historian Steve Haberman interviews a spry 99-year old Sherman.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 17 Dec. 2024
Here are some more top-notch options to add to your collection.
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Blane Bachelor, AFAR Media, 18 Dec. 2024
Of course, the music is top-notch, but the visual elements and storytelling also define K-pop culture.
—Eunbo Shim, Billboard, 17 Dec. 2024
The movie looks and sounds terrific on Warner Archive’s Blu-ray, worth picking up not only for the top-notch transfer but also for a fantastic archival audio commentary where film historian Steve Haberman interviews a spry 99-year old Sherman.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 17 Dec. 2024
Here are some more top-notch options to add to your collection.
—Sara Coughlin, SELF, 16 Dec. 2024
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But there’s also a huge selection of Japanese Wagyu, an excellent sushi menu, and several tantalizing flavors of Nick & Sam’s famous seven-layer cake.Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 31 Dec. 2024
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Though Thuney has short arms, his footwork is excellent.Ted Nguyen, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
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Maxey, after a bad shooting start to the season, has been terrific of late.Tony Jones, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
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The Chase Freedom Flex® is a terrific option for someone looking for a card with rotating spending categories, as well as interest-free financing.Jason Stauffer,Brett Holzhauer,Alexandria White, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
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And of course, the accommodations are superb as well, with each of Singita Pamushana’s eight suites coming complete with their own private plunge pool.Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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The goal was superb, and against the best centre-back partnership in the EPL.Matt Woosnam, The Athletic, 19 Dec. 2024
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Beats Solo Buds Wireless Earbuds Shoppers praise these Beats buds for their wonderful sound quality, easy connectivity, and long battery life.Shalwah Evans, People.com, 28 Dec. 2024
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Nonetheless, 2024 was chocked full of wonderful watches that meet the basic criteria of quiet luxury: understated, mellow, traditional, and classy.Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 28 Dec. 2024
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The event celebrates the lifetime achievements of America’s greatest artists: this year, that included The Grateful Dead, Bonnie Raitt, Francis Ford Coppola, Arturo Sandoval, and The Apollo Theater.Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
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This is also a great time to ask their preferences on a midweek linen restock or launder.Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Dec. 2024
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Shuttles will transport you to other nearby attractions like Top of the Rock Ozarks Heritage Preserve which, in addition to being a popular golf course, has an awesome cave and nature walk that little and big kids will love.Esther Carlstone, Parents, 18 Dec. 2024
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Human individual rights and protecting them are awesome, too.Makena Kelly, WIRED, 13 Dec. 2024
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Utkarsh and Richie Keen, who directed us, did a really fantastic job, and Richie Moriarty at navigating the three different versions of Jay, and the actual practicality of shooting those on set.Michael Schneider, Variety, 20 Dec. 2024
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The crowd in Utah was fantastic and into it and seemed remarkably loud.Thomas Drance, The Athletic, 19 Dec. 2024
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Dar Tazi, Palais De Fes, Morocco One of the loveliest places to stay in Fez, Palais de Fes got its start as the city’s first modern-day restaurant, back in 1980—photos of the original owner with Ronald Reagan and Middle Eastern royals still hang on the walls.Ann Abel, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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Several types of tent and RV sites are available, some of which are waterfront, affording lovely views of the James River.Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2024
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“Top-notch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/top-notch. Accessed 4 Jan. 2025.
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