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having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability
the unsurpassable splendor of the palace
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Recent Examples of unsurpassable
But none of the comparison systems here is an unsurpassable standout in this field.
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Matthew Buzzi, PCMAG, 5 May 2024
An unsurpassable view of a civilization collapsing from the inside.
—The Week Staff, The Week, 2 Sep. 2023
There are records that seem unsurpassable — only to be felled by the wrecking ball of a single stirring, stunning outlier of a performance.
—Kurt Streeter, New York Times, 27 June 2023
Abdul-Jabbar, now 75, set the seemingly unsurpassable record back in 1984.
—Marisa Sullivan, Peoplemag, 8 Feb. 2023
The other three members of this week’s Losers’ Circle have become Invite household names: Chris Doyle as the unsurpassable GOAT, and Karen Lambert and Coleman Glenn, two almost-newbies who’ve already made an enormous impact on the recent Invite.
—Pat Myers, Washington Post, 15 Sep. 2022
McCartney’s last performance in the city, alongside Beatle bandmates John Lennon, Ringo Starr and George Harrison, set off a near-unsurpassable furor.
—Emily Opilo, baltimoresun.com, 17 Feb. 2022
Her soft voice, which could attain a high pitch with an unsurpassable ease became a part of almost every Indian household.
—Swati Gupta, CNN, 6 Feb. 2022
Famously, Clarksdale is also the site of the fabled crossroads, where — as legend has it — Delta blues pioneer Robert Johnson sold his soul to the devil in return for unsurpassable musical greatness.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Sep. 2021
Matthew Buzzi, PCMAG, 5 May 2024
An unsurpassable view of a civilization collapsing from the inside.
—The Week Staff, The Week, 2 Sep. 2023
There are records that seem unsurpassable — only to be felled by the wrecking ball of a single stirring, stunning outlier of a performance.
—Kurt Streeter, New York Times, 27 June 2023
Abdul-Jabbar, now 75, set the seemingly unsurpassable record back in 1984.
—Marisa Sullivan, Peoplemag, 8 Feb. 2023
The other three members of this week’s Losers’ Circle have become Invite household names: Chris Doyle as the unsurpassable GOAT, and Karen Lambert and Coleman Glenn, two almost-newbies who’ve already made an enormous impact on the recent Invite.
—Pat Myers, Washington Post, 15 Sep. 2022
McCartney’s last performance in the city, alongside Beatle bandmates John Lennon, Ringo Starr and George Harrison, set off a near-unsurpassable furor.
—Emily Opilo, baltimoresun.com, 17 Feb. 2022
Her soft voice, which could attain a high pitch with an unsurpassable ease became a part of almost every Indian household.
—Swati Gupta, CNN, 6 Feb. 2022
Famously, Clarksdale is also the site of the fabled crossroads, where — as legend has it — Delta blues pioneer Robert Johnson sold his soul to the devil in return for unsurpassable musical greatness.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Sep. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unsurpassable
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The only other running backs to win it this century were USC’s Reggie Bush in 2005 and Alabama’s Mark Ingram in 2009.Ralph D. Russo, The Athletic, 10 Dec. 2024
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Monday's videos appeared to be the only content that was uploaded by the account in its roughy 11-month existence.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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The excellent Shailene Woodley pulls off the toughest assignment as the prophetic (or mentally ill) daughter, but Zachary Qunto, Rebecca Henderson and Christopher Sears all forge empathetic beasts.Chris Jones, New York Daily News, 13 Dec. 2024
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With its combination of skilled professionals, advanced technology, and affordability, Turkey—and Vera Clinic in particular—is an excellent choice for anyone seeking exceptional hair restoration results.William Jones, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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Surveillance footage captured fireballs hitting the ground with extraordinary speed.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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These extraordinary characterizations complicate love over mere pity.Armond White, National Review, 11 Dec. 2024
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So those things are most challenging to teach: getting off the ball, range, making exceptional plays, his pre-pitch timing.Fabian Ardaya, The Athletic, 10 Dec. 2024
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The hotel’s exceptional attention to detail in indigenous design and tailored service, along with its commitment to sustainability and the preservation of the local ecosystem, adds an enriching layer to your stay.Joe Niehaus, Travel + Leisure, 9 Dec. 2024
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By taking steps in each of these areas, manufacturers can begin to build smart factories that deliver unparalleled advantages in productivity, quality control and sustainability.Georg Beyschlag, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Within this proprietary creation, the company grants small businesses unparalleled flexibility and transparency.Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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The 145 players who have crossed the Channel is also unsurpassed.Richard Amofa, The Athletic, 26 July 2024
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Request Reprint Permissions Play Download Article In its policies toward Asia, the United States has long sought to reconcile its unsurpassed military, economic, and rule-setting prowess with a desire for stability.Van Jackson, Foreign Affairs, 16 Jan. 2023
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This incomparable luxury facial serum was created by Kelly Schaeffer, Imarra Wellness founder and CEO, who uses it daily.Paula Conway, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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His every weak gesture resulted in a response of incomparable intensity.Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
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This young and dynamic four-some went on a mission to build a luxury travel brand that offers a level of personalization and service unrivaled in the travel industry—which has helped to catapult the brand into its award-winning success.Lewis Nunn, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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With its wealth of luxe bars, restaurants, and nightspots, this exciting city is unrivaled as a destination after dark.Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Unsurpassable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unsurpassable. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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