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as in exemplary
constituting, serving as, or worthy of being a pattern to be imitated
classic designs in furniture that never go out of style
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
one of the really classic comedies in the history of movies
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as in distinctive
serving to identify as belonging to an individual or group
the anthropologist noted the classic facial features of the inhabitants of those islands
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as in authoritative
being the most accurate and apparently thorough
the classic study of the alienation of the individual in modern urban society
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as in model
someone of such unequaled perfection as to deserve imitation
among women who have devoted themselves to a life of scientific inquiry, Marie Curie is one of the acknowledged classics
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as in masterpiece
something (as a work of art) that is a great achievement and often its creator's greatest achievement
the works of Michelangelo are regarded as classics of the sculptor's art
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as in ideal
the most perfect type or example
his journey of discovery was a classic of arduous effort and fierce determination
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Recent Examples of classic
Mackensy Lunsford, The Tennessean, 26 July 2025
That alone would merit a shout-out for More Songs About Buildings and Food (Super Deluxe Edition), yet another super-sized major label classic album vault-scraping.
—Will Hermes, Rolling Stone, 26 July 2025
Brooke Allen, New Yorker, 12 July 2025
While Nimmo and Soto will not be in the midsummer classic, the Mets do have players in the All-Star game.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 12 July 2025
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Adjective
The beverages are plentiful and inexpensive, and the food is standard but fun, classic American fare.
—Mackensy Lunsford, The Tennessean, 26 July 2025
That alone would merit a shout-out for More Songs About Buildings and Food (Super Deluxe Edition), yet another super-sized major label classic album vault-scraping.
—Will Hermes, Rolling Stone, 26 July 2025
Noun
The prospect of revisiting Tolstoy’s classic in a P.E.I. class filled him with joy.
—Brooke Allen, New Yorker, 12 July 2025
While Nimmo and Soto will not be in the midsummer classic, the Mets do have players in the All-Star game.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 12 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for classic
Adjective
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Several cities in Broward already have exemplary public education and recycling programs underway.—
Linda Thompson Gonzalez,
Sun Sentinel,
20 July 2025
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This is a guy who has been a team captain for a long time, exemplary character, all of that.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
Adjective
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One of the best examples is her novel Made for Love, perhaps better known as an HBO show starring the excellent Cristin Milioti.—
The Atlantic Culture Desk,
The Atlantic,
23 July 2025
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Aloe vera is low-maintenance, making the houseplant an excellent option for beginner houseplant owners, who don’t have much time for excessive plant care.—
Michelle Mastro,
Architectural Digest,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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Quantum Computing’s Emerging Capabilities and Threats Quantum computing works by harnessing the distinctive properties of atoms and subatomic particles.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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The durable Rogers — who has a distinctive submarine delivery — has made 53 appearances this season with a 1.80 ERA, four walks and 38 strikeouts for the San Francisco Giants.—
David Brandt,
Chicago Tribune,
31 July 2025
Adjective
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The authoritative record of NPR’s programming is the audio record.—
Steve Inskeep,
NPR,
14 July 2025
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As mild-mannered Clark Kent and his powerful alter ego, who'd regularly save his pals Lois Lane and Jimmy Olsen, Reeves brought likability, honesty and an authoritative streak to the role that changed his life. 1.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
11 July 2025
Noun
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But Bregman turns 32 in March, and data models rarely endorse the idea of long-term contracts at that age.—
Tyler Kepner,
New York Times,
2 Aug. 2025
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Under standards passed by the California Air Resources Board, at least 35% of model year 2026 passenger cars and trucks sold in the state must be EVs, plug-in hybrids or hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.—
Rob Nikolewski,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 Aug. 2025
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Frank Zappa’s 1975 prog-rock masterpiece One Size Fits All will receive a 50th anniversary reissue this fall featuring a new remaster, unreleased session tracks, live recordings, and more.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
24 July 2025
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Spike Lee's masterpiece is set in a Brooklyn neighborhood on the hottest day of the year and explores racial tensions and community dynamics.—
Jené Luciani Sena
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FOXNews.com,
23 July 2025
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Chef-owner Niven Patel’s innovative fusion sit-down in Wynwood (and Michelin Bib Gourmand) has a ghost pepper-cheddar naan ideal for mopping up every saucy dish on its $45 Miami Spice menu.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
25 July 2025
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Advertisement This god is not just a spiritual ideal but a symbol of ultimate power and control.—
Isabella Wandermurem,
Time,
25 July 2025
Adjective
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The limited-edition plush charms feature the quintessential designs of both brands.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
25 July 2025
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New England Plymouth, Mass., antiques dealer Molly Garcia grew up on nearby Cape Cod, where beaches, bonfires and clam bakes make for quintessential summers.—
Matt Alderton,
USA Today,
24 July 2025
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“Classic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classic. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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