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having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability an inimitable performer of violin solos

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Recent Examples of inimitable Diane Keaton, known for her unique brand of comedic timing and inimitable style, has died, producer Dori Rath who worked with Keaton confirmed to CNN on Saturday. Dan Heching, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025 The inimitable Kendrick Perkins would back up Shaq. Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025 Celebrating the inimitable Lulu Kennedy and 25 years of Fashion East was a moment. Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2025 In honor of its release, Vogue sat down with Lennox (over Zoom) to discuss the project, and her inimitable career. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 23 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for inimitable
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  • The only way to end slavery at the founding was to create a federal government empowered to make domestic and foreign policy for the states.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Oct. 2025
  • Brady was the only parent home at the time of the drowning.
    Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025
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  • This secluded, 75-acre Relais & Châteaux property — the first in North America – seamlessly blends rustic simplicity with extraordinary pampering.
    Suzanne Wright, USA Today, 28 Oct. 2025
  • Jennifer Hudson continues to inspire with her extraordinary talent and authenticity; Salli Richardson-Whitfield has evolved into one of the most dynamic directors and executive producers working in television today; and Damson Idris embodies the brilliance and promise of a new generation.
    Beatrice Verhoeven, HollywoodReporter, 28 Oct. 2025
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  • This is where the Greenpoint comes from, an excellent neo-classic riff on a Manhattan that was invented at Milk & Honey in New York, and comprises the classic build of Manhattan—rye, sweet vermouth, and bitters—into which has been spliced the inimitable French herbal liqueur, Yellow Chartreuse.
    Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2025
  • The Jayhawks did an excellent job of getting back in transition, limiting Louisville’s fast-break opportunities.
    Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 25 Oct. 2025
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  • Though D’Angelo only released three albums in his lifetime, his beloved 1995 debut, Brown Sugar, followed by 2000’s Voodoo and 2014’s Black Messiah, Hill wrote that the singer’s aching vulnerability and incomparable passion moved, and inspired, the culture.
    Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 15 Oct. 2025
  • Alice In Chains’ Mike Inez and Smashing Pumpkins’ Billy Corgan, all reflecting on Ozzy’s incomparable musical impact.
    Andrew McGowan, Variety, 7 Oct. 2025
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  • The lounge feels like a five-star hotel with fine dining (don’t miss the schnitzel), an exceptional whiskey bar, and plush daybeds and showers.
    Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2025
  • Native throughout eastern North America, arrowwood viburnum provides exceptional wildlife value through nectar-rich spring blooms and late season blue-black fruits.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • For a peaceful retreat that digs deep to the heart of the holiday, choose Banyan Tree Mayakoba and dive into wellness with unparalleled luxury—then let your soul free at an al fresco holiday party.
    AFAR Media, AFAR Media, 22 Oct. 2025
  • This level of due diligence is unparalleled in standard commercial banking.
    Peter Su, Rolling Stone, 20 Oct. 2025
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  • Rosemary’s Baby is still matchless for sheer psychological terror, but don’t let Mia Farrow and John Cassavetes’s Satanic neighbors ruin New York City for you.
    Emma Specter, Vogue, 19 Oct. 2025
  • For any sportsman living in the Eastern half of the nation, one of the great things about a hunt in the West, in my opinion, is the chance to sample the matchless friendliness and hospital ity of the people there.
    Robert Merchant, Outdoor Life, 1 Oct. 2025
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  • Its unique formula can remove stains, dissolve adhesives, and cut through soap scum and grease.
    Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2025
  • This Boll & Branch set stands apart because of a unique double-button detail and eyelet hemstitching.
    Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 28 Oct. 2025

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“Inimitable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inimitable. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

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