as in excellent
of the very best kind
your work on this project has been of blue-ribbon quality
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as in award
something given in recognition of achievement
the Pritzker Prize is widely regarded as the ultimate blue ribbon for architectural achievement
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Recent Examples of blue-ribbon
Logan Smith, CBS News, 2 Feb. 2026
Butter and cream cheese make the crust rich in this state fair blue-ribbon recipe from Sheila Bethia of West Allis, Wisconsin.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 20 Jan. 2026
Air Mail, 17 Jan. 2026
Then, as now, this had real impacts on children who would not have taken home a blue ribbon.
—Sarah Digregorio, Vanity Fair, 16 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
So far, ibogaine shows blue-ribbon potential for treating several forms of addiction, according to a 2018 study published in the National Institutes of Health.
—Logan Smith, CBS News, 2 Feb. 2026
Butter and cream cheese make the crust rich in this state fair blue-ribbon recipe from Sheila Bethia of West Allis, Wisconsin.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 20 Jan. 2026
Noun
Not to mention the books themselves, which are delivered once a month wrapped in Heywood Hill’s trademark brown paper and delicately tied with a blue ribbon.
—Air Mail, 17 Jan. 2026
Then, as now, this had real impacts on children who would not have taken home a blue ribbon.
—Sarah Digregorio, Vanity Fair, 16 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blue-ribbon
Adjective
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Christopher Sanchez has once again been excellent, and Jacob Misiorowski has often looked unhittable with over 14 strikeouts per nine innings.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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The excellent, nonprofit gallery and incubator known as PlatteForum has moved around a bit over the years, and will reopen in the Art District on Santa Fe starting June 5.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
14 May 2026
Noun
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Occupying four townhouses, its two-year refurbishment by award-winning architects Holland Harvey and interior designers Studio Est and Studio Mica has created something warm and true to its heritage yet modern, nature-focused and committed to social impact.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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To support the magazine’s award-winning journalism, photography, short films, and podcasts, subscribe today.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
20 May 2026
Adjective
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That could be a terrific part of the B & W story.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
17 May 2026
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Still, Garance’s death stare into the void, where this woman is still hard-boozing 90 minutes into the movie, starts to run its premise thin despite Exarchopoulos’ terrific and totally internalized turn.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
17 May 2026
Noun
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The annual prize spotlights debut features released in French theaters between two editions of the Cannes Film Festival, with a mission to champion new voices in contemporary cinema.—
Ben Croll,
Variety,
15 May 2026
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Response has been mixed to good, and Drucker is always a candidate for a Cannes best actress prize (she’s never won).—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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The aesthetic is going to go a lot of different places across Season 8, too, including two episodes in the round and the finale, which Badner wouldn’t dare spoil but is proud of the wonderful collaboration between the production design, camera, and lighting teams.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
19 May 2026
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Shrubs, such as American filbert (Corylus americana), are a wonderful way to add interest to your landscape throughout multiple seasons.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
19 May 2026
Noun
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For night number two, treat yourself to a premium cut and glass of red at Ocean Steak where the bar and lounge offers an amazing view of the ocean’s evening sparkle.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Cosy House Everyday Sheets are made from 100% premium polyester microfiber with a buttery-smooth finish that feels softer than high-thread-count cotton.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 May 2026
Adjective
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In 2024, Fritz & Franz was at risk of losing its lease with the Gables, but the City Commission at the time eventually agreed to renew the lease after the business agreed to pay more for its prime location.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
19 May 2026
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Plimsoll Productions is taking the unusual step of shopping a natural history program to networks and streamers as a format after Secret Garden securing a 30% prime-time audience share and becoming the biggest unscripted launch in the UK this year.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
19 May 2026
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Recognition from the annual honors often provides a significant box office boost for Broadway productions and can help sustain ticket sales through the competitive spring season.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
20 May 2026
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The Sam Gilliam Award was established in 2023 with funding from the Sam Gilliam Foundation and its president, Annie Gawlak, Gilliam’s widow, in honor of the late artist.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
19 May 2026
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“Blue-ribbon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blue-ribbon. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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