exclusive

/ɪkˈskluːsɪv/
noun
  1. A news story or article that is published or broadcast by only one news organization.
    • The network aired an exclusive interview with the president.
    • The reporter landed a major exclusive with the company's CEO.
    • The newspaper published an exclusive about the celebrity wedding.
adjective
  1. Limited to only one person or group; not shared with others.
    • The hotel has an exclusive beach just for its guests.
    • She signed an exclusive contract with the publishing company.
    • This club is very exclusive and only accepts members by invitation.
  2. Not including something; leaving out.
    • The offer is exclusive of taxes and fees.
    • The price of the room is exclusive of breakfast.
    • The report covers data from January to June, exclusive of holidays.
  3. Expensive and only for people with a lot of money or high social status.
    • They dined at an exclusive restaurant in the city center.
    • He drove an exclusive sports car that few could afford.
    • The boutique sells exclusive designer clothing.
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