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as in exemplary
constituting, serving as, or worthy of being a pattern to be imitated
classic designs in furniture that never go out of style
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
one of the really classic comedies in the history of movies
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as in distinctive
serving to identify as belonging to an individual or group
the anthropologist noted the classic facial features of the inhabitants of those islands
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as in authoritative
being the most accurate and apparently thorough
the classic study of the alienation of the individual in modern urban society
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as in model
someone of such unequaled perfection as to deserve imitation
among women who have devoted themselves to a life of scientific inquiry, Marie Curie is one of the acknowledged classics
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as in masterpiece
something (as a work of art) that is a great achievement and often its creator's greatest achievement
the works of Michelangelo are regarded as classics of the sculptor's art
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as in ideal
the most perfect type or example
his journey of discovery was a classic of arduous effort and fierce determination
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Recent Examples of classic
Mackensy Lunsford, The Tennessean, 26 July 2025
That alone would merit a shout-out for More Songs About Buildings and Food (Super Deluxe Edition), yet another super-sized major label classic album vault-scraping.
—Will Hermes, Rolling Stone, 26 July 2025
Brooke Allen, New Yorker, 12 July 2025
While Nimmo and Soto will not be in the midsummer classic, the Mets do have players in the All-Star game.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 12 July 2025
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Adjective
The beverages are plentiful and inexpensive, and the food is standard but fun, classic American fare.
—Mackensy Lunsford, The Tennessean, 26 July 2025
That alone would merit a shout-out for More Songs About Buildings and Food (Super Deluxe Edition), yet another super-sized major label classic album vault-scraping.
—Will Hermes, Rolling Stone, 26 July 2025
Noun
The prospect of revisiting Tolstoy’s classic in a P.E.I. class filled him with joy.
—Brooke Allen, New Yorker, 12 July 2025
While Nimmo and Soto will not be in the midsummer classic, the Mets do have players in the All-Star game.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 12 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for classic
Adjective
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Several cities in Broward already have exemplary public education and recycling programs underway.—
Linda Thompson Gonzalez,
Sun Sentinel,
20 July 2025
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This is a guy who has been a team captain for a long time, exemplary character, all of that.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
Adjective
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One of the best examples is her novel Made for Love, perhaps better known as an HBO show starring the excellent Cristin Milioti.—
The Atlantic Culture Desk,
The Atlantic,
23 July 2025
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Aloe vera is low-maintenance, making the houseplant an excellent option for beginner houseplant owners, who don’t have much time for excessive plant care.—
Michelle Mastro,
Architectural Digest,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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Meeting space, which is also popular for weddings, is another distinctive amenity.—
Paul Brady,
Travel + Leisure,
19 July 2025
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The country has a low cost of living, a low crime rate and distinctive cuisine.—
William P. Barrett,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
Adjective
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The authoritative record of NPR’s programming is the audio record.—
Steve Inskeep,
NPR,
14 July 2025
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There’s an authoritative front grille and bumper, and revised rear tail lights.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
Noun
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The pool brand names and model numbers can be found on the pool liner on the outside of the pool.—
Melina Khan,
AZCentral.com,
22 July 2025
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With the market saturated with many brands and similar models, carmakers that don't want to lose market share are of the view that the only way to survive in the short term is lowering prices, said Felipe Munoz, an automotive analyst at Jato.—
Elaine Yu,
CNBC,
21 July 2025
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Frank Zappa’s 1975 prog-rock masterpiece One Size Fits All will receive a 50th anniversary reissue this fall featuring a new remaster, unreleased session tracks, live recordings, and more.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
24 July 2025
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Spike Lee's masterpiece is set in a Brooklyn neighborhood on the hottest day of the year and explores racial tensions and community dynamics.—
Jené Luciani Sena
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FOXNews.com,
23 July 2025
Noun
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Chef-owner Niven Patel’s innovative fusion sit-down in Wynwood (and Michelin Bib Gourmand) has a ghost pepper-cheddar naan ideal for mopping up every saucy dish on its $45 Miami Spice menu.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
25 July 2025
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Advertisement This god is not just a spiritual ideal but a symbol of ultimate power and control.—
Isabella Wandermurem,
Time,
25 July 2025
Adjective
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The limited-edition plush charms feature the quintessential designs of both brands.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
25 July 2025
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Though critically panned, the film developed a cult following and became a quintessential example of Hogan's brand of over-the-top heroism.—
Hannah Parry
Amanda Castro
Joshua Rhett Miller,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
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“Classic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classic. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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