as in only
having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability the incomparable jewel known as the Hope Diamond

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Recent Examples of incomparable Yes yes, the bullpen was incomparable at the ends of games, the team speed could be overwhelming, and the offense Texas-leagued you to death sometimes. Tim Britton, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025 Amidst a growing demand from both luxury-minded travelers and the intrepid backpackers who first told tales of the country's incomparable beauty, Nicaragua now stakes its claim among its neighbors as a destination worth traveling for. Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 23 Mar. 2025 Thanks to everyone involved, starting with the incomparable Zahn McClarnon and our showrunner John Wirth. Katie Campione, Deadline, 14 Mar. 2025 Young professionals are well suited for the rapidly changing media landscape, while those with years of experience preserve the incomparable knowledge that comes from authenticity, agility and humility crucial in communications. Deepa Nagraj, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for incomparable
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  • The only deal that Netanyahu would view as acceptable is a Libya-style nuclear deal.
    Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 26 Apr. 2025
  • At the end of round 1, with Ward (No. 1 to the Tennessee Titans) and Jaxson Dart (No. 25 to the New York Giants) being the only quarterbacks selected, Sanders’ father, Deion, posted a video of Shedeur addressing the slide.
    Jayna Bardahl, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
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  • Harvard University President Alan Garber released an open letter today that provided an exceptional example of leadership integrity when faced with extraordinary external pressure.
    Dan Pontefract, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
  • America’s trading partners have scrambled to respond to the extraordinary array of tariffs Mr. Trump has announced, including a 10 percent tax on virtually all U.S. imports.
    Joe Rennison, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
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  • The secret to an exceptional Amatriciana lies in selecting impeccable guanciale Amatriciano—with its perfect balance of tender meat and luxurious fat—creating the foundation upon which this masterpiece is built.
    Jenn Rice, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
  • His answer, given the exceptional political and economic turmoil in Canada, was a bit surprising.
    Ian Austen, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
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  • In a survey of more than 15,000 users after its rollout in 2024, 90% of respondents ranked their experience as excellent or above average.
    Rachel Barber, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2025
  • Scott McKenna bossing the defence, Fabio Silva scoring goals for fun, Oli McBurnie bashing around and suddenly speaking excellent Spanish… this is a cause to believe in.
    Jack Lang, New York Times, 19 Apr. 2025
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  • That’s what Metheny did for a year before heading off to teach at Berklee College of Music and embarking on an unparalleled career in contemporary jazz.
    Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 11 Apr. 2025
  • Sweeping strings and layered harmonies bring richness to the track, as Erivo sends her unparalleled voice to new heights on this dizzying new song.
    Stephen Daw, Billboard, 11 Apr. 2025
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  • The French-Tunisian designer was already making waves in Paris; now he was poised to seduce America with his inimitable combination of technical mastery and sensual provocation.
    Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 11 Apr. 2025
  • Read his piece on the inimitable star » Hannah Jocelyn contributed to today’s edition.
    Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 27 Feb. 2025
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  • After hours inside, ogle the matchless architecture of the nearby Palace Museum, stroll the beautiful trails and soak in some glorious views, Chinese ink paintings come to life.
    Baz Dreisinger, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
  • Tickets are pricey – from $99 to more than $200 – but Sphere brass view the cost as a worth it for the matchless experience.
    Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 18 Oct. 2024
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  • At the heart of the Justice Department’s lawsuit: Allegations that Live Nation leverages its unrivaled position as the nation’s largest concert promoter, ticket seller and venue operator to undermine competition.
    Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 17 Apr. 2025
  • Her gymnastics ability and unmatched consistency are unrivaled.
    Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025

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