1
as in odd
being one of a pair or set without a corresponding mate a drawer full of unmatched socks

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2
as in only
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 Bottom Line SpaceX at $350 billion reflects world-class engineering, unmatched market position, and transformative long-term potential. Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025 But replacing Iger — an unmatched brand ambassador who looks like talent — probably requires a magnetism that Bergman can’t match (a liability he’s said to be aware of). Peter Kiefer, HollywoodReporter, 4 June 2025 Kobe's legacy stretches far past the hardwood—his impact on the city, and the world, remains unmatched. Ricardo Klein, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 June 2025 The truck also has top-grade King suspension, 35-inch tires, and is triple-locked for unmatched off-road capability. Jakob Schiller, Outside Online, 29 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for unmatched
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  • This was more like a caterpillar body with odd patterns on its plates and a snapping turtle mouth.
    Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 9 June 2025
  • On top of that, 1972 was the year NASDAQ was set up and 3,000 odd new companies entered the public arena.
    Shivaram Rajgopal, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
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  • Madonna is far from the only celebrity to have been spotted with purses by Aupen — Taylor Swift was notably spotted on a date with Travis Kelce in October 2023 wearing the brand's Nirvana bag in black.
    Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 14 June 2025
  • Yet despite the ongoing negotiations, the only trade framework the U.S. has reached is with the U.K., along with a tariff truce with China.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 13 June 2025
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  • The cheeseburgers at Mama’s Snack shack are $5.50 for a single and $8.60 for a double.
    Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2025
  • The mogul’s various businesses — including Combs Enterprises that was largely funded by Combs’ partnership with liquor giant Diageo — deposited up to $800,000 in a single day into the personal account.
    Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 8 June 2025
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  • What Universal, Disney guests should know when visiting Orlando What are the benefits of staying at the Universal Helios Grand Hotel? Aside from its unparalleled proximity to Epic Universe and exclusive park entrance, Helios Grand is a beautiful hotel.
    Eve Chen, USA Today, 3 June 2025
  • And most extraordinarily, this weekend, Ukraine says its air defenses repelled, with unparalleled success, a record Russian drone attack of 472 Shaheds.
    Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 2 June 2025
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  • Barring an exceptional situation, such as an injury crisis, he is not expected to play regularly for the first team — despite appearing in five games this season and scoring his first senior goal in May.
    Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 13 June 2025
  • From San Francisco to Seoul, these 58 extraordinary watering holes serve up exceptional cocktails, stunning design and world-class service.
    Forbes Staff, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
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  • According to the guide, restaurants have to be consistently extraordinary to garner three stars.
    Tulasi Srinivas, The Conversation, 3 June 2025
  • Davidson’s interior journey through grief is as extraordinary as the outer trek — both guide her towards thriving in an uncomfortable landscape.
    Bridget Crocker, People.com, 3 June 2025
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  • The imprisoned Barghouti, whose popularity on the street is unrivaled, is frequently mentioned.
    Sean Durns, The Washington Examiner, 6 June 2025
  • The company’s unrivaled connection to U.S. Hispanic audiences presents a powerful opportunity for brands to grow through cultural relevance, innovation, and measurable impact.
    Dade Hayes, Deadline, 2 June 2025
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  • Robin will make an excellent addition to our great Kentucky State Senate Majority!
    Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025
  • Greenery also makes an excellent addition to a resortcore space.
    Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 June 2025

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“Unmatched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unmatched. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.

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