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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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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

France are the only team still capable of a Grand Slam and the unbeaten Les Bleus put on another masterclass with a 54-12 win over Wales in Cardiff.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

But through a masterclass in loopholes and label swapping, Russian athletes have become the Games’ permanent, uninvited guests.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

Novak Djokovic delivered a serving masterclass as he registered his 100th victory at the Australian Open with a straight-set win over Spain's Pedro Martinez.

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

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