exclusive
word
Definition
If something is exclusive, it is limited to a particular person, group, or place and not available to everyone. It can also describe something high-status, expensive, or a special report that only one media company has.
Usage & Nuances
Common patterns: "exclusive club", "exclusive interview", "exclusive rights", "exclusive deal". It often means "not open to everyone", but with products or places it can suggest luxury and high price. Don't confuse it with "inclusive", which has the opposite idea.
Example Sentences
This room is exclusive to hotel guests.
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The store sells exclusive shoes.
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She gave an exclusive interview to the newspaper.
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They launched an exclusive members-only app last week.
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That restaurant is so exclusive that you need to book months ahead.
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We signed an exclusive deal with a streaming platform.
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