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also No. 1
1
as in highest
coming before all others in importance
considers international terrorism to be the number one threat to national security
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2
as in excellent
of the very best kind
the company's chocolate is rated as number one by serious chocoholics
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Recent Examples of number one
Depositors and workers in the companies whose deposits are in that bank need to be job number one.
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CBS News, 12 Mar. 2023
The city's even earned the rating of number one most stressful for workers in the U.S., according to a recent report.
—Michael Murney, Chron, 8 Mar. 2023
The number one priority in those situations is the health of the player.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 2 Mar. 2023
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis opened his state’s legislative session with a clear message: Florida is number one.
—Isabelle Schmeler, NBC News, 7 Mar. 2023
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CBS News, 12 Mar. 2023
The city's even earned the rating of number one most stressful for workers in the U.S., according to a recent report.
—Michael Murney, Chron, 8 Mar. 2023
The number one priority in those situations is the health of the player.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 2 Mar. 2023
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis opened his state’s legislative session with a clear message: Florida is number one.
—Isabelle Schmeler, NBC News, 7 Mar. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for number one
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The tavern is the result of excellent teamwork, bringing together dozens of talented individuals from Disney’s Imagineering team over the course of a year, including senior creative director Chris Weck and executive producer Ken Ricci.—
Ronny Maye,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Just north of Venice, the Veneto region is also known for excellent wines.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
28 Aug. 2025
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Gas flow also affects stellar initial masses In another study, published in July 2025, astrophysicist Ke-Jung Chen led a research group at the Academia Sinica Institute of Astronomy and Astrophysics using a detailed computer simulation that modeled how gas in the early universe may have flowed.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
27 Aug. 2025
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Learn from three expert instructors how to showcase your skills, build a stellar reputation, and create a digital presence that AI can't replicate.—
Ernestine Siu,
CNBC,
27 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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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 Ghana international, who spent two years with Leeds between 1995 and 1997, would cap a run of sensational strikes off with a long-range drive against Wimbledon that could arguably be one of the greatest goals of the 33-year Premier League era.—
Max Mathews,
New York Times,
21 Aug. 2025
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Its grille inspired the 1998 Chrysler Chronos concept car and the sensational 2005 Chrysler 300.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
20 Aug. 2025
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In fact, permits—a volatile but leading indicator of future activity—fell to the lowest level since 2019, excluding the pandemic.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
23 Aug. 2025
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Trump is expected to play a leading role during the ceremony.—
Sonam Sheth
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Aug. 2025
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The Palm Beach show is supported by a clutch of superb dining and accommodation options within walking distance of the show on the mainland in West Palm, and others on the island of Palm Beach proper a short drive away.—
Kathleen Turner,
Forbes.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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As previously hinted, fans of the original series know which of Ellen’s brothers emerges victorious: burly Dougal (Sam Retford) or clever, crippled Colum (a superb Séamus McLean Ross).—
Graham Hillard,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Aug. 2025
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Forbes Business Council is the foremost growth and networking organization for business owners and leaders.—
Danny Ertel,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Frost is, by reputation, perhaps the foremost poet of rural, non-coastal New England — of birches and apple trees, of forests blanketed in snow, of pastures sliced by ragged stone walls, and of the flinty, self-sufficient kind of temperament that flourishes in those places.—
A.O. Scott,
New York Times,
27 Aug. 2025
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Crafted with precision and intention, Frisson merges emotional technology with fine jewelry design to offer something new: a wearable way to feel connected.—
Sixteen Ramos,
USA Today,
21 Aug. 2025
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There is very good acidity, while the tannins are quite fine, and the oak notes are restrained.—
Tom Hyland,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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“Number one.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/number%20one. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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