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as in championship
the position occupied by the one who comes in first in a competition
his lifelong dream of someday winning the heavyweight boxing crown
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as in top
the highest part or point
covered in mud from the soles of his feet to the crown of his head
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Recent Examples of crown
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 25 Mar. 2025
He’s toured with Madonna; found a legitimate place in the competitive stand-up scene; and even found time to appear on the American version of The Traitors — the show that stole the reality Emmy crown from Drag Race.
—Seth Abramovitch, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Mar. 2025
Edward Segarra, USA Today, 7 Apr. 2025
Which chicken shop will be crowned the best in Merinac?
—Rebecca Angel Baer, Southern Living, 30 Mar. 2025
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Noun
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McDonald's snatches Starbucks' crown for the first time in a decade
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—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 25 Mar. 2025
He’s toured with Madonna; found a legitimate place in the competitive stand-up scene; and even found time to appear on the American version of The Traitors — the show that stole the reality Emmy crown from Drag Race.
—Seth Abramovitch, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Mar. 2025
Verb
Camilla took the title Duchess of Cornwall at time and later transitioned to the Queen Consort after Charles was crowned king in 2023.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 7 Apr. 2025
Which chicken shop will be crowned the best in Merinac?
—Rebecca Angel Baer, Southern Living, 30 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crown
Noun
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There’s a diadem and necklace with stars set with diamonds commissioned by Queen D. Maria Pia.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes,
21 Nov. 2024
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The garment was discovered in Tomb II alongside a golden scepter, oak wreath and diadem of Persian origins and near depictions of Persian gazelles in the tomb's frieze.—
Marco Rubio,
Newsweek,
1 Nov. 2024
Noun
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The Cougars are still looking for the program’s first national championship in men’s basketball.—
Kevin Dotson,
CNN Money,
8 Apr. 2025
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Tyler McGhie won the E-Trade men’s 3-point championship.—
Bill Center,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Apr. 2025
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In times of great uncertainty, regions that adapt, innovate and respond smartly to changing times rise to the top.—
Eric J. Gertler,
New York Daily News,
5 Apr. 2025
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Apparently Woody Harrelson originally auditioned for the role of Rick (Walton Goggins took the role in the end) and wanted to renegotiate the salary, taking his negotiations all the way to the top.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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In February, Eagles safety Cooper DeJean wore a pair of custom shoes made by Stevens. (Daniel Shirey/MLB Photos via Getty Images) CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP Stott finished Saturday's game with one hit in three plate appearances.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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This new limited-edition release takes that core whisky and finishes it in Pedro Ximenez and Palo Cortado sherry casks.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
6 Apr. 2025
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Both of these models featured a fold-over clasp with a large Rolex coronet.—
Allen Farmelo,
Robb Report,
11 Sep. 2024
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Its oversized subdials have the exotic-dial look, but the watch’s face is otherwise adorned with only the Rolex coronet and Rolex wordmark.—
Oren Hartov,
Robb Report,
22 Mar. 2024
Noun
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The golf tournament also runs alongside the NCAA Tournament Final Four starting Saturday, April 5 in San Antonio where all four No. 1 seeds won Elite Eight games to advance to college basketball’s pinnacle at the Final Four.—
Jay Ginsbach,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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With big briny flavors, blue cheese, and crushed olives with lemon, this is truly the pinnacle of appetizers and belongs next to any charcuterie board.—
Erin Hooker,
Better Homes & Gardens,
31 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Pair of Goggles: Custom goggles to complete the rider’s gear.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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The Kings completed a season sweep after beating the Cavaliers 123-119 on March 19 in Sacramento.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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This change makes the full height of the screen available for displaying photos rather than reserving a bar at the bottom just for buttons.—
Paul Monckton,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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The future of women’s boxing is now, and MVP is proud to lead the charge in taking the sport to unprecedented heights.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Crown.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crown. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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