superlative
Example Sentences
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“The more investors believe in this continuing productivity boom, the more money investors will make as the superlative returns for the leading Mag 7 become the superlative returns for the lagging Rest.”
From Barron's • Jan. 19, 2026
Kevin O’Leary, the “Shark Tank” star with a superlative nickname, has his first acting role in the new film, and it’s a doozy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 26, 2025
His maiden Test century was a superlative 143 against Australia in Manchester, and Smith's bravery against fast bowling became a trademark of his game.
From BBC • Dec. 2, 2025
When it comes to the superlative, time-eclipsing musical achievements of The Beatles, technological innovation has been there every step of the way.
From Salon • Nov. 21, 2025
Prince Jones was the superlative of all my fears.
From "Between the World and Me" by Ta-Nehisi Coates
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.