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as in highest
being at a point or level higher than all others
an office in the top story of the building the top student in our graduating class
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as in most
of the greatest or highest degree or quantity
your safety is our top priority
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
he's one of the tennis club's top players
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as in chief
highest in rank or authority
nearly all of the top officials in the state's department of corrections resigned after the scandal
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as in pinnacle
the highest part or point
a hawk's nest at the very top of the tree
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as in to exceed
to be greater, better, or stronger than
the next contender's javelin throw topped the reigning champion's and set a new world record
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Recent Examples of top
PCMAG, 17 Nov. 2024
In Arden Hills, where the top two vote-getters are heading to the city council, Brenda J. Holden won a seat with 2,561 votes.
—Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 16 Nov. 2024
Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 11 Nov. 2024
At the top of the night, around 6 p.m. ET, both platforms needed runway to settle into themselves.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 6 Nov. 2024
Dale Gray, Southern Living, 6 Nov. 2024
Ukraine claims to have destroyed vast amounts of Russian artillery, sometimes as many as 60 pieces in one day, with the current total topping 20,000.
—David Hambling, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
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For PCMark 10, our most important test for external drives, the Limited Edition Dragon turned in a healthy score, off the top tier but well ahead of several laggards.
—PCMAG, 17 Nov. 2024
In Arden Hills, where the top two vote-getters are heading to the city council, Brenda J. Holden won a seat with 2,561 votes.
—Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 16 Nov. 2024
Noun
Starting from top of incision, swing knife tip down to create am4- to 5-inch pocket within flesh.
—Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 11 Nov. 2024
At the top of the night, around 6 p.m. ET, both platforms needed runway to settle into themselves.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 6 Nov. 2024
Verb
Instead of a streusel topping, pecans are warmed up with a chile powder.
—Dale Gray, Southern Living, 6 Nov. 2024
Ukraine claims to have destroyed vast amounts of Russian artillery, sometimes as many as 60 pieces in one day, with the current total topping 20,000.
—David Hambling, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
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If the question is asked in a friendly way, most people will answer in the same vein.Jeanne Phillips, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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Given the runup in home prices since 2013, most sellers should have enough equity to cover replacement costs by deducting those from the sales price.Aldo Svaldi, The Denver Post, 10 Nov. 2024
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The Beats Studio Pro headphones deliver premium sound quality, excellent noise cancellation, and a sleek, durable design.Juhi Wadia, PCMAG, 16 Nov. 2024
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Later in the day, someone older or more experienced might have excellent advice for you.Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 14 Nov. 2024
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But for how much longer?, asked Kevin Garside, chief sports correspondent for the i news site.Harriet Marsden, theweek, 12 Nov. 2024
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Nate Cohn, the paper’s chief political analyst, said the Tech Guild does not play a role in the model itself but built and maintains the infrastructure that gives the Needle the necessary data.Miranda Nazzaro, The Hill, 5 Nov. 2024
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Try a burgundy eyeliner on your waterline, like Lancôme’s Ruby Fever, shadow on your lid from Milani’s The Wine Down eyeshadow palette and a dark plum blush like Kir Royale from Laura Mercier.Jane Hanson, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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They’re also designed with the iconic starburst lid and signature instant seal that locks in freshness instantly, so your food is guaranteed to stay fresh for longer.Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2024
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The Regency era dates back to the early 1800s in England and was the pinnacle of high society, extravagance, and strict etiquette.Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024
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Essentially, ‘just refill’ is encouraging consumers to reuse and refill because reusability is the pinnacle of sustainability.Simon Mainwaring, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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The MPGe rating exceeds the previous year’s 108 by one mile, while the impressive range figure of 319 remains the same.Peter Douglas, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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Heritage Commerce Corp's capital ratios exceeded regulatory guidelines, with a total capital ratio of 15.6% and a Tier 1 capital ratio of 13.4%.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
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Your limbs, or even your entire upper body, may jerk or thrash in the process.Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 13 Nov. 2024
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Plus, the upper is stitched directly onto the plate, eliminating the need for a strobel board.Outside Editors, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
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Years after dazzling in primetime by covering herself in fake blood, Gaga had graced the Oscars stage with utmost elegance, capable of evolving her talents and becoming a stately pop spokeswoman.Jason Lipshutz, Billboard, 5 Nov. 2024
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Collaborating with artists on her pieces is also of the utmost importance to her to serve as a voice for Africa.Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 31 Oct. 2024
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