1
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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2
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
Steve Gorches, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Apr. 2025
Universal Music Group was the only California company to land on Forbes’ list of the top 10 midsize employers in the nation, although a total of three California universities earned spots in the top 20.
—Sarah Linn, Sacbee.com, 6 Apr. 2025
Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Apr. 2025
Banana Republic chiffon twist-neck top: $100 Banana Republic’s chiffon tops are lightweight with a high neck for a professional look.
—Christopher Murray, FOXNews.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 7 Apr. 2025
Toss the leaves in a bit of oil before topping so the leaves don't burn while baking.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
International Community 2 Individual events (top locals): 100 – 3.
—Steve Gorches, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Apr. 2025
Universal Music Group was the only California company to land on Forbes’ list of the top 10 midsize employers in the nation, although a total of three California universities earned spots in the top 20.
—Sarah Linn, Sacbee.com, 6 Apr. 2025
Noun
Look for firm, bright, crack-free carrots with vibrantly-green, well-hydrated, and perky tops.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Apr. 2025
Banana Republic chiffon twist-neck top: $100 Banana Republic’s chiffon tops are lightweight with a high neck for a professional look.
—Christopher Murray, FOXNews.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Verb
Marshmallow Bunny Doughnut: An unglazed shell doughnut filled with marshmallow flavored Kreme, dipped in pastel yellow icing and topped with a bunny face and confectionery ears.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 7 Apr. 2025
Toss the leaves in a bit of oil before topping so the leaves don't burn while baking.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for top
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Legal scholars have said there is little legal precedent for Trump's war on Big Law, which has created a chilling effect across the legal community, and most will certainly have a chilling effect on his opponents who will need legal representation against him.—
Alexander Mallin,
ABC News,
29 Mar. 2025
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About the only surprise Friday night in the championship game of the Boras Classic South was La Mirada preventing Corona from tying a state record for most consecutive shutouts.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Mar. 2025
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If so, Hamlin, in particular, is excellent at managing his tires.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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Salah then surged forward towards the edge of the box before playing an excellent pass with the outside of his left boot.—
Daniel Taylor,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Extreme temperatures are fueled by the climate crisis, the chief driver of which is the burning of fossil fuels.—
Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
14 Apr. 2025
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That result was no surprise, according to Mitchell Elkind, MD, the chief clinical science officer at the American Heart Association.—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Each dish has a matching BPA-free plastic lid that’s microwave- and dishwasher-safe.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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Even microwave-safe glass items may come with lids that are not microwave safe, so be sure to check each item before using.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2025
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The cut is also inching closer to the pinnacle of both the Hot Latin Songs and Latin Streaming Songs charts.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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This version of Florida does have some conspicuous differences from the one Billy Donovan first led to the pinnacle in 2006, nine years after arriving from Marshall.—
Brian Hamilton,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Track limits have long been a hot topic in Formula One, particularly after the 2023 Austrian GP, where more than 1,200 instances of a driver possibly exceeding track limits were reviewed.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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Listen to this article The usual sales pitch for working from home has been that the job can get done just as effectively outside the office, boosting morale and allowing employees to manage other commitments while meeting and even exceeding their professional responsibilities.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The serving size of 1 ounce exceeds the tolerable upper limit (UL) of selenium (the highest amount unlikely to pose a health risk).—
Lana Barhum,
Verywell Health,
3 Apr. 2025
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Symptoms of aortic dissection include sudden and severe chest or upper back pain, stomach pain, shortness of breath, loss of consciousness, leg pain, difficulty walking and more.—
Vanessa Etienne,
People.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Page > Sub-Page schema is of the utmost importance here.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
14 Apr. 2025
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First impressions start before guests even walk through the front door, which means having your landscape shipshape is of the utmost importance.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
12 Apr. 2025
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“Top.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/top. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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