exclusivity

noun

ex·​clu·​siv·​i·​ty ˌek-ˌsklü-ˈsi-və-tē How to pronounce exclusivity (audio)
ik-,
-ˈzi-
plural exclusivities
1
: the quality or state of being exclusive
2
: exclusive rights or services

Examples of exclusivity in a Sentence

a symbol of wealth and exclusivity
Recent Examples on the Web Further complicating its strategy were distributors’ own post-Covid responses that moved away from slow rollouts and platform releases in favor of quick expansions without exclusivity. Tom Brueggemann, IndieWire, 15 Aug. 2024 And, importantly, Piaget kept these ultra-thin 9P and 12P movements to itself, offering exclusivity and elegance unlike any other watch brand. Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 14 Aug. 2024 Amazon once again has the exclusive rights to Thursday Night Football—but that exclusivity again has a few caveats. Chris Morris, Fortune, 8 Aug. 2024 The accommodations — 72 guest rooms and suites, and 19 villas — are spread among several buildings, contributing to the feeling of serenity and exclusivity. Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 1 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for exclusivity 

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Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of exclusivity was in 1926

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“Exclusivity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exclusivity. Accessed 8 Sep. 2024.

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exclusivity

noun
ex·​clu·​siv·​i·​ty ˌeks-ˌklü-ˈsiv-ət-ē How to pronounce exclusivity (audio)
iks-,
-ˈziv-
plural exclusivities
1
: the quality or state of being exclusive
2
: exclusive rights or services

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