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class act

American  

noun

Informal.

  1. something or someone regarded as outstanding or elegant in quality or performance.

Etymology

Origin of class act

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

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Ever the class act, Mr. Scott played along.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 23, 2025

She remains the class act in a struggling team.

From BBC • Jul. 22, 2025

“He’s such a class act, it’s just so impressive,” Skenes said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 16, 2025

Yeah, we're talking about a class act here.

From Salon • May 7, 2025

“Yours is the class act here, Sonny. Go get ’em.”

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam

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