fore·most
ˈfȯr-ˌmōst 
1
: first in a series or progression
Safety is their foremost concern.
2
: of first rank or position : preeminent
He is the foremost authority on the American Civil War period.
1
: in the first place
2
: most importantly
first and foremost
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Adjective
Examples of foremost in a Sentence
Adjective
Albert Einstein is regarded by many as the foremost figure of the 20th century.
wanted to speak to the foremost supervisor in our department
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Dubai Tourism Contributor, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Her mother Holly Thomas, who served as her foremost role model, confidante, and motivator, had died the previous year from a brain tumor.
—Andrew R. Chow, TIME, 31 Oct. 2024
Kathleen Turner, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
Her quest to bite off the biggest piece of the master plan grew, foremost, out of the park’s long overdue need to better serve South L.A.
—Sam Lubell, Los Angeles Times, 2 Oct. 2024
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Adjective
Over the years, the emirate has become a magnet for international entrepreneurs, investors and family offices, transforming the city into one of the world’s foremost hubs for private wealth management.
—Dubai Tourism Contributor, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Her mother Holly Thomas, who served as her foremost role model, confidante, and motivator, had died the previous year from a brain tumor.
—Andrew R. Chow, TIME, 31 Oct. 2024
Adverb
Shore Excursions Select group excursions on Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection yachts are designed foremost with peace of mind for a seamless experience.
—Kathleen Turner, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
Her quest to bite off the biggest piece of the master plan grew, foremost, out of the park’s long overdue need to better serve South L.A.
—Sam Lubell, Los Angeles Times, 2 Oct. 2024
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“Foremost.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/foremost. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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