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having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability
the house cat is a mouse-hunting machine of unmatched efficiency
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Recent Examples of unmatched
Scott's' set, as expected, was pure adrenaline, proving his influence is unmatched.
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Matt Robison, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024
Shaun White’s snowboarding bona fides are unmatched.
—Outside Online, 21 Nov. 2024
In terms of pure cinematic pleasure, the ebullient joy of Luca Guadagnino’s tennis love triangle movie is still unmatched late into 2024.
—Samantha Allen, Them, 20 Nov. 2024
With production work for legends such as Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, Miles Davis, Lesley Gore, and Donna Summer, his impact on contemporary music is nearly unmatched.
—Evan Minsker, Pitchfork, 4 Nov. 2024
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Matt Robison, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024
Shaun White’s snowboarding bona fides are unmatched.
—Outside Online, 21 Nov. 2024
In terms of pure cinematic pleasure, the ebullient joy of Luca Guadagnino’s tennis love triangle movie is still unmatched late into 2024.
—Samantha Allen, Them, 20 Nov. 2024
With production work for legends such as Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, Miles Davis, Lesley Gore, and Donna Summer, his impact on contemporary music is nearly unmatched.
—Evan Minsker, Pitchfork, 4 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unmatched
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Behind layers of clothes, underwear, CDs, records, and other odd items and products for sale, Sean Carter oversees the store from behind the counter.Julian Roberts-Grmela, SPIN, 20 Nov. 2024
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Conservatorship is an odd legal place for any organization to reside for an extended period—with a third party (in this case FHFA) in operational control.Doug Criscitello, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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Really, the only limitation here is creativity (and perhaps what the recipient’s personality allows).Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
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There’s only pathos — no joy — in Erivo’s characterization.Armond White, National Review, 27 Nov. 2024
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Investigators found evidence that multiple staff members will spray a single child, causing the child to become physically sick and immobilized.Bianca Moreno-Paz, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Quantity varies from a single tutorial to the 40 projects included in our best value suggestion.Bob Beacham, Popular Science, 22 Nov. 2024
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Book now at Atlantis Bahamas Atlantis, The Palm Dubai This gorgeous property offers unparalleled views and a plethora of amenities.Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Nov. 2024
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Dyson’s Black Friday 2024 Hair Deals Dyson’s Black Friday/Cyber Weekend deals are a beautiful thing, shaving $100 off unparalleled tools for drying and styling straight, wavy, curly, and coily hair.Jenny Berg, Vogue, 29 Nov. 2024
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As the city transforms into a global hub for art and culture, the demand for exceptional accommodations soars.Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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Among the four exceptional seasonal scents, Gloria is a recurring vessel in the collection and an opulent, spicy masterclass.Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 26 Nov. 2024
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Comfort and Joy Facet Like tile, wallpaper’s extraordinary range of aesthetic choices allows for creative personalization and self-expression.Jamie Gold, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
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Later, there is an extraordinary turn that both wrenches Leo’s confession away from practical, on-camera delivery and raises it to sublime spiritual heights—to a subjectivity akin to a God’s-eye and God’s-ear perspective.Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 29 Nov. 2024
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The pair have had a tenure unrivaled among Colorado’s top public company executives and weathered several real estate cycles.Aldo Svaldi, The Denver Post, 2 Nov. 2024
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Putting Bo Bichette's disappointing 2024 season into historical context The 1983 NFL QB class is unrivaled, but watch out for Jayden Daniels, Caleb Williams USC or Oklahoma: Who's better off in Year 3 after Lincoln Riley's big move?New York Times, New York Times, 23 Oct. 2024
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The Beats Studio Pro headphones deliver premium sound quality, excellent noise cancellation, and a sleek, durable design.Juhi Wadia, PCMAG, 16 Nov. 2024
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Later in the day, someone older or more experienced might have excellent advice for you.Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 14 Nov. 2024
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“Unmatched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unmatched. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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