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as in sole
belonging only to the one person, unit, or group named
residents of the apartment complex have exclusive use of the pool
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as in all
not divided or scattered among several areas of interest or concern
during interviews she always gives the job applicant her exclusive attention
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as in fashionable
appealing to affluent consumers
a section of the city where the exclusive boutiques and fashionable restaurants are concentrated
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as in stylish
being in the latest or current fashion
an exclusive designer gown of the sort that shows up on red carpets
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Recent Examples of exclusive
In some cases, the golden statuettes are even being used like tickets to enter Vanity Fair’s exclusive after-party.
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Oscar Holland, CNN, 1 Mar. 2025
In addition to its timeless elegance characteristic of a European chateau, the home is in the exclusive neighborhood of Snedens Landing, which is well known for its rustic seclusion, connection to the arts and proximity to New York City.
—Michael P. McKinney, USA TODAY, 18 Feb. 2025
Late & Live will once again be the only place to watch the celebrity evictees first live interview alongside an array of unmissable exclusive features including access to the camera runs, special guest commentary and fiery debate.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 17 Feb. 2025
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—Jillian Sederholm, EW.com, 17 Feb. 2025
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Oscar Holland, CNN, 1 Mar. 2025
In addition to its timeless elegance characteristic of a European chateau, the home is in the exclusive neighborhood of Snedens Landing, which is well known for its rustic seclusion, connection to the arts and proximity to New York City.
—Michael P. McKinney, USA TODAY, 18 Feb. 2025
Late & Live will once again be the only place to watch the celebrity evictees first live interview alongside an array of unmissable exclusive features including access to the camera runs, special guest commentary and fiery debate.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 17 Feb. 2025
Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking TV news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.
—Jillian Sederholm, EW.com, 17 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exclusive
Adjective
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The dictator surrounds himself with loyalists whose sole purpose is to serve the dictator, while the citizens receive poor services, if at all, because of their incompetence.—
Tom Zirpoli,
Baltimore Sun,
4 Mar. 2025
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Neither the 1973 debut New York Dolls nor its 1974 follow-up Too Much Too Soon — produced by Shadow Morton, whose sole major credit was the legendary girl group the Shangri-Las — cracked the Top 100, great albums though both are now thought to be.—
Robert Christgau,
Rolling Stone,
3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Honigford played all 14 games (two starts) for Michigan last season, including the Fiesta Bowl CFP semifinal at State Farm Stadium and was also selected as an academic All-Big Ten honoree in 2022.—
Bob McManaman,
The Arizona Republic,
1 May 2023
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Carter started all 13 games last year and was an All-Big Ten honorable mention after recording 19 tackles, 2.0 tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks and 12 total quarterback pressures.—
Nick Moyle,
San Antonio Express-News,
17 Apr. 2023
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The hotel’s fashionable twist on afternoon tea debuts this weekend serving up runway-to-teatime transformations that are equal parts couture and confection.—
Ritu Upadhyay,
WWD,
28 Feb. 2025
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Following in mom Victoria Beckham's fashionable footsteps, Romeo Beckham attends Milan Fashion Week in stylish streetwear on Feb. 27.—
Alexandra Schonfeld,
People.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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These pants remind us so much of Scandinavian style — relaxed, stylish, and elevated.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Mar. 2025
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If your spring involves attending the neighborhood Easter egg hunt or casual outings to the local flower shop, this short-sleeve sweater is a comfortable yet stylish option.—
Michelle Rostamian,
People.com,
8 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Give your undivided attention when engaging with others.—
Bala Sathyanarayanan,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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A day when people from all walks of life set aside their differences and focus their undivided attention on the prognostication abilities of a subterranean rodent.—
Andrew Torgan,
CNN,
2 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Grande’s elegant look this evening stayed true to the spirit of her red-carpet style this awards season.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
2 Mar. 2025
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This elegant, spare picture doesn’t hammer away at its message.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
TIME,
2 Mar. 2025
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While the overarching trend for fall is still lowest maintenance possible, there's a bit more happening than your typical sunny blondes and balayage brunettes.—
Bella Cacciatore,
Glamour,
2 Sep. 2020
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What was once a sleepy college town next to a railroad stop is now one of the most happening cities in the state of Texas.—
Craig Hlavaty,
Houston Chronicle,
5 Apr. 2018
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If Lamoriello had his way, no one would have been traded this week, and the Islanders would have brought the entire gang back for another go in 2025-26.—
Arthur Staple,
The Athletic,
8 Mar. 2025
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Green Mountain’s entire defensive focus revolved around limiting Roosevelt stars Kyla Hollier and Ryanne Bahnsen-Price, as the Rams double-teamed them all game.—
Kyle Newman,
The Denver Post,
7 Mar. 2025
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“Exclusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exclusive. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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