masterclass

British

/ ˈmɑːstəˌklɑːs /

noun

a session of tuition by an expert, esp a musician, for exceptional students, usually given in public or on television

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Responses on social media to the launch have ranged from describing it as "straight to the junkyard trash" to an "absolute masterclass in design".

From BBC • May 26, 2026

While the Times newspaper hailed Charles's performance as a "masterclass in effective diplomacy", it remains to be seen whether the trip will help repair relations between Trump and Starmer, as UK officials hope.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

But like that first rout, Thursday’s featured a flurry of Lakers turnovers, suffocating Oklahoma City ball pressure and an efficient masterclass from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Victor Wembanyama led a defensive masterclass as the San Antonio Spurs out-muscled the Detroit Pistons 114-103 Monday in an intense and aggressive clash between the NBA's two most in-form teams.

From Barron's • Feb. 24, 2026

Scotland put on an attacking masterclass, whereas when England did attack it felt like they were punching for their lives but not actually landing anything.

From BBC • Feb. 15, 2026

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