1
as in greatest
coming before all others in importance
the preeminent reason for the booming economy
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2
as in chief
highest in rank or authority
the preeminent golfer of his generation
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as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement
a meeting of preeminent scientists from around the world
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Recent Examples of preeminent
Founded in 2003 and considered one of the preeminent film festivals in Latin America, FICM takes place in the stunning city of Morelia, much built in the sixteenth century and a UNESCO Heritage site.
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Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 15 Aug. 2025
In the nine years since, Judge has established himself as baseball’s preeminent slugger.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 13 Aug. 2025
Texas Christian University, the city’s preeminent higher education institution, and Texas A&M University are each expanding there.
—Joshua Fechter, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Chevrolet wants to make sure everyone knows that the Corvette remains the preeminent American sports car.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2025
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Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 15 Aug. 2025
In the nine years since, Judge has established himself as baseball’s preeminent slugger.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 13 Aug. 2025
Texas Christian University, the city’s preeminent higher education institution, and Texas A&M University are each expanding there.
—Joshua Fechter, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Chevrolet wants to make sure everyone knows that the Corvette remains the preeminent American sports car.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for preeminent
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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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Trump sees himself as the ‘chief law enforcement officer’ Vice President JD Vance denied in a television interview that Bolton was being targeted because of his criticism of Trump.—
Nicholas Riccardi,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Aug. 2025
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Why do some 80-year-olds have exceptional memories and outstanding critical thinking skills?—
Julia Ries Wexler,
Health,
27 Aug. 2025
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In 2024, he was also arrested for DUI but failed to appear in court, leaving an outstanding warrant.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
27 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 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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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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As an essayist, Dasgupta has contributed to distinguished outlets such as Harper’s, Granta, and The New Statesman.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Aug. 2025
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Murder Club is one of those productions that, like the Harry Potter films, gives employment to seemingly every distinguished British performer over the age of 40.—
Tom Gliatto,
People.com,
27 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 singer — along with fellow honorees KISS, George Strait, Sylvester Stallone and Michael Crawford — will be among the first to receive the prestigious award since President Donald Trump took over the institution by firing a number of board members and appointing himself as the chairman.—
Stephen Daw,
Billboard,
27 Aug. 2025
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The Carters are also boasting a billion-dollar powerhouse; 35-time Grammy award-winner and international superstar Beyoncé married hip-hop legend Jay-Z back in 2008, who also won 25 of the prestigious music awards.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
27 Aug. 2025
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Chicago got dominant starts from Shane Smith and Martin Perez earlier in the series, but veteran right-hander Aaron Civale wasn’t so lucky.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
28 Aug. 2025
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Concern over the loss of Wheeler has less to do with the regular season — the Phillies are five games up on the Mets and heavily favored to win the NL East — but being without him in the postseason, where he’s been dominant (2.18 ERA over 12 appearances), will be much harder to overcome.—
Jim Bowden,
New York Times,
27 Aug. 2025
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“Preeminent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preeminent. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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