a cut above
Example Sentences
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Nakatani, who has held world titles in three divisions, suffered a cut above his left eye from an accidental clash of heads in the 10th round just as he was riding a wave of momentum.
From BBC • May 2, 2026
But he also thinks Chipotle’s approach makes sense, noting that the Mexican-themed chain is fast-casual to its core, so its identity is indeed tied to being a cut above McDonald’s.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 11, 2026
Still, James insisted that headquarters employees dress a cut above business casual, requiring jackets and slacks for men.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 11, 2025
Nacua brushed off a cut above his eye that required stitches and caught 10 passes for 130 yards.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 12, 2025
Thyon looked terrible—though, admittedly, his “terrible” was still a cut above how most people could ever hope to look.
From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor
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