1
as in main
coming before all others in importance
Albert Einstein is regarded by many as the foremost figure of the 20th century
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2
as in chief
highest in rank or authority
wanted to speak to the foremost supervisor in our department
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as in first
coming before all others in time or order
when the foremost person in line tripped, everyone had to stop
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Recent Examples of foremost
Ironically, all of the foremost frontier figures—Boone, Crockett, Carson, Cody—sympathized with and defended the Indians, sometimes even while fighting them.
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Paul Andrew Hutton
august 22, Literary Hub, 22 Aug. 2025
His foremost power, of course, is as a box-office draw.
—Chris Lee, Vulture, 21 Aug. 2025
What to Do Explore some of the most biologically diverse ecosystems in the Midwest at the Ridges Sanctuary, established in 1937 as Wisconsin’s first land trust and today one of the peninsula’s foremost forces in conservation.
—Emma John, AFAR Media, 20 Aug. 2025
Cornell was the foremost beneficiary of the Morrill Act
Both Cornell University and the University of Wisconsin are land-grant universities that profited from lands taken from Indigenous nations, as did at least 50 other universities throughout the U.S.
—Frank Vaisvilas, jsonline.com, 14 Aug. 2025
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Paul Andrew Hutton
august 22, Literary Hub, 22 Aug. 2025
His foremost power, of course, is as a box-office draw.
—Chris Lee, Vulture, 21 Aug. 2025
What to Do Explore some of the most biologically diverse ecosystems in the Midwest at the Ridges Sanctuary, established in 1937 as Wisconsin’s first land trust and today one of the peninsula’s foremost forces in conservation.
—Emma John, AFAR Media, 20 Aug. 2025
Cornell was the foremost beneficiary of the Morrill Act
Both Cornell University and the University of Wisconsin are land-grant universities that profited from lands taken from Indigenous nations, as did at least 50 other universities throughout the U.S.
—Frank Vaisvilas, jsonline.com, 14 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for foremost
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His main ride is a blue 2005 TJ with a four-inch lift and some other add-ons.—
Eric D. Lawrence,
USA Today,
24 Aug. 2025
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The three main causes of hydroplaning are: Vehicle speed - When a vehicle's speed increases, the tire-traction grip and ability to control the vehicle decreases.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Aug. 2025
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Lea Anne Welsh, chief operating officer of Korman Communities, which owns AVE, has seen a significant shift over the last five years in their flexible-stay furnished apartments.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
24 Aug. 2025
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The company’s chief financial officer, Jennifer Callahan, was named as interim CEO, and board member Jay Roberts was appointed executive chairman.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
23 Aug. 2025
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Arch Manning will be eligible for the 2026 draft, but this is his first opportunity to be Texas' full-time starting quarterback after having served as the backup to Quinn Ewers (who made the Miami Dolphins' 53-player roster).—
Jim Reineking,
USA Today,
29 Aug. 2025
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Fresno State transfer Malik Sherrod fumbled after catching a pass on the Broncos’ first drive.—
Rachel Roberts,
Idaho Statesman,
29 Aug. 2025
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Here's our top story this morning: Developments can take years to go from initial conceptualization to vertical reality.—
Leo Bertucci,
The Courier-Journal,
22 Aug. 2025
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While these tools are typically applied for the initial candidate screening, these systems can filter out even highly-qualified candidates if their profiles don’t meet the AI system’s particular criteria.—
Jon Stojan,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
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In many ways, Eze feels a throwback Arsenal player, the kind of footballer blessed with supreme technique and control in tight spaces, rather than the more imposing figures like Declan Rice and Merino that Arteta has recruited.—
Dan Cancian,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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Between pork buns and supreme croissants, TikTok can spark a social media flood, but what matters most is what happens after the post.—
Harper Stephanopoulos,
CNN Money,
22 Aug. 2025
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Timmons was awarded sole custody and primary placement of the children in February 2024.—
Drake Bentley,
jsonline.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Pulte said Cook had represented that each property would be used as her primary residence — a declaration that often results in more favorable loan terms.—
Scott Horsley,
NPR,
28 Aug. 2025
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DeJean had an interception returned for a 38-yard touchdown in the second quarter that gave the Eagles a commanding 17-0 lead over the Chiefs.—
DJ Siddiqi,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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The New York Yankees once had a commanding lead in the American League East.—
Aaliyan Mohammed,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Aug. 2025
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The reception for the fifth and final season was overwhelmingly positive, as the show had grown up with its audience, exploring darker and more mature themes, as well as violence that Adult Swim allowed with the show’s new TV-14-V rating compared to its original TV-Y7-FV rating.—
Braedon Montgomery,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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With that in mind, Gonchar reveals details of three original projects that are set for launch: Gritty crime drama Enrique, festive season feature The Guardians of Christmas and rom-com Probation Period.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
29 Aug. 2025
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“Foremost.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foremost. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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