as in excellent
of the very best kind
a first-class production of a classic American musical
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Recent Examples of first-class
The view into American Airlines first-class cabin on a Boeing 737.
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Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 2 Jan. 2026
Domino Square has been transformed into a 7,000-square-foot rink overlooking the East River and boasting glass dasher boards, offering first-class Riedell ice skate rentals and a slate of events that include DJ nights, live performances, and activities for kids.
—Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 1 Jan. 2026
Yes, mail — including first-class mail and packages — is delivered on New Year's Eve 2025, though your local post office may be operating on a limited schedule.
—Erica Marrison, PEOPLE, 31 Dec. 2025
As flights get closer to departure, many carriers release unsold business and first-class seats as award availability.
—Alesandra Dubin, Southern Living, 28 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for first-class
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But the Red Sox destroyed and ended their relationship with their only true power hitter and proven winner for a player who, though an undeniably excellent addition, was here for 117 total games.—
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Transition metal fluorides are widely regarded as promising cathode materials because of their high theoretical voltages and excellent thermal stability.—
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The guest capacity of 3,246 feels delightfully low considering the mind-blowing variety of venues, including nine superb specialty restaurants (love a good steakhouse at sea) and seven that are winners even without an upcharge.—
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The Sofia, by Vagabond Haven, is a superb example of clever space-saving design.—
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This has been a wonderful season.—
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Keep reading to discover all of the wonderful possibilities this tiny home unlocks, for just $9,800.—
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Special mention must be made of the in-room minibars, which are terrific, and so extensive that they are contained not within a single small fridge but an entire chest of drawers.—
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Lenert made a terrific save on a solid strike by JSerra midfielder Carter Biondolillo, with Lenert diving to his left to make the crucial stop in the second half.—
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The country's greatest resource is not oil beneath the ground, but people--inside and outside the country--who still care deeply about its future.—
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Newsom is certainly right that California is a great state and an economic engine unmatched by other states.—
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At night, reach for a latte loaded with adaptogens, passionflower and hops (an herbal sleep blend), and magnesium glycinate, ideal for longer, lovelier rest.—
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Jeannine’s Jeannine’s is a longtime Santa Barbara favorite, and the At the Shore location features a lovely menu and a charming outdoor patio that feels more like a European cafe than a California brunch spot.—
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His son is in the beginning, messy, beautiful process of becoming.—
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There’s also a lot going on in the personal lives of the folks at 51, the biggest being Boden’s wedding, which — despite a glitch with Herrmann’s offer to hold the event at his church — winds up being a beautiful affair.—
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Vegan, non-GMO, and delicious, these creatine gummies are a fantastic way to ease into taking creatine supplements without having to worry about mixing powders.—
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To livestream the Falcons-Colts online on NFL Network, a subscription to Hulu + Live TV is another fantastic option.—
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“First-class.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/first-class. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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