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top-notch

British  
/ ˈtɒpˈnɒtʃ /

adjective

  1. informal excellent; superb

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Benchmark analyst Yi Fu Lee shared a similar view that investors have “already awarded the top-notch valuation” that prices in Palantir’s strong momentum.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

On stage, Cameron Winter leads an overall enthralling performance, as the group slams out songs back-to-back with little to say in between; no shenanigans, just a top-notch show.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Better analytics and ways to visualize what athletes’ bodies are doing could bring more fans and democratize training for those who don’t have access to top-notch coaches.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

Grammys night is sure to deliver top-notch performances, in-your-face fashion, a few poignant moments -- and maybe even some music history.

From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026

“Leo, the Romans were top-notch engineers,” Hazel reminded him.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan

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