first-rate

Example Sentences

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But despite the assemblage of first-rate parts, ignition proves elusive.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

“He is assuredly a first-rate and widely respected orthopedic surgeon,” Stephen Larson, an attorney for Khounganian, said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 31, 2025

Nevertheless, as a storyteller Mr. Man is first-rate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025

A powerful eminent-domain law allowed the Singaporean government to amass vast property holdings, which it used to build first-rate, owner-occupied public housing.

From Slate • Nov. 4, 2025

“Well, we’re not exactly doing a first-rate job of it, are we?” said Mae.

From "Willodeen" by Katherine Applegate