outstanding
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"John Cornyn is an outstanding senator and deserved, in my judgement, the president's support."
From BBC • May 20, 2026
"But the most beloved ballroom in the UK always leads the way, and in a Strictly first we have chosen three outstanding hosts to take up the mantel."
From BBC • May 19, 2026
The Luxembourg-based steelmaker said Tuesday that it sold around 23.9 million shares in Vallourec—equivalent to 10% of its outstanding share capital—after acquiring the stake in 2024.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
Hershiser said Turner could join him in the broadcast booth, or become a great manager, or an outstanding hitting coach.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
In the early days of his youth he was sent to serve as a soldier under Paulo Vitelli, so that, once he was versed in that discipline, he might attain some outstanding military rank.
From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli
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