as in excellent
of the very best kind
I know a topping new pub in Southwark
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as in surpassing
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 topping
Tribune News Service, cleveland, 5 July 2022
In a medium bowl, combine the oats, brown sugar, butter and walnuts to form a crumbly topping.
—Jane Black, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2022
New Atlas, 20 Nov. 2024
This Scott's Addition brewery's The Gobbler sandwich subs a ground turkey burger for roasted, but the rest of the toppings give full Tday vibes: Stuffing cranberry aioli and cheddar, all on a brioche bun.
—Karri Peifer, Axios, 20 Nov. 2024
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Adjective
Make topping: Using stand mixer fitted with whisk attachment, whip cream cheese, sugar and vanilla on medium-high speed until very smooth, about 2 minutes, scraping bowl as needed.
—Tribune News Service, cleveland, 5 July 2022
In a medium bowl, combine the oats, brown sugar, butter and walnuts to form a crumbly topping.
—Jane Black, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2022
Noun
This is said to yield a rich, buttery, and delicate flavor; it is typically served as a topping for bread, made into a pâté, or browned in a skillet and sliced.
—New Atlas, 20 Nov. 2024
This Scott's Addition brewery's The Gobbler sandwich subs a ground turkey burger for roasted, but the rest of the toppings give full Tday vibes: Stuffing cranberry aioli and cheddar, all on a brioche bun.
—Karri Peifer, Axios, 20 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for topping
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The excellent Shailene Woodley pulls off the toughest assignment as the prophetic (or mentally ill) daughter, but Zachary Qunto, Rebecca Henderson and Christopher Sears all forge empathetic beasts.Chris Jones, New York Daily News, 13 Dec. 2024
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This example from Swiss Watch Expo is in excellent, near new condition with its full bracelet and original box.Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 13 Dec. 2024
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Lemon zest can be used in a wide range of recipes and even garnishes for cocktails and desserts.Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 30 Nov. 2024
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Instead, the focus falls on the subtlety of gin infusions, tonics and accompanying garnish.Paul Caputo, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
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That breaks the record previously held by a comedy or musical motion picture, surpassing Barbie, which scored a total of nine noms last year.Hilary Lewis, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Dec. 2024
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This is catching on so quickly that the unified communications & collaboration market is expected to triple by 2030, surpassing $220 billion worldwide, Fortune Business Insights reports.Tomas Gorny, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Poor air quality from wildfires, vehicle exhaust, factories, and other sources takes a toll on lung health—but mounting research suggests that breathing unhealthy air can also put people at a greater risk of developing autoimmune diseases.Kaitlin Sullivan, Health, 10 Dec. 2024
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Not only is this a more efficient approach for designers, but these systems also afford greater scalability since design changes can be implemented once and then updated throughout the entire platform.William Mullane, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
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In a bowl, mix together the goat cheese, Italian seasoning and remaining salt.Kathryn Gregory, The Courier-Journal, 9 Dec. 2024
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The Challenges of a Comeback Michael McDermott, son of Chi-Chi's founder, has secured the rights to the restaurant name from Hormel Foods, which has maintained the brand through grocery store products like salsas and seasonings.Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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More than half of the products tested in the investigation contained pesticides exceeding state and federal levels.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Nearly half of all patients discontinue these medications within two years, and the drug’s annual cost—exceeding $10,000 per person—places immense strain on patients and payors, soon to include Medicare.Robert Pearl, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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To the east of Guadalupe, the Canton de Marie-Galante is an authentic island with beautiful beaches, delightful restaurants, wildland hikes, and some really terrific rum distilleries.Kathleen Turner, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Woot’s current promo is a terrific deal considering a month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate will normally run you $19.99.Sheena Vasani, The Verge, 12 Dec. 2024
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Snell has pitched more than 130 innings only twice, eclipsing 180 in each of his two Cy Young seasons.Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 27 Nov. 2024
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The price of one bitcoin also reached a record high Wednesday morning, eclipsing $73,881 before markets opened Wednesday.Taylor Giorno, The Hill, 6 Nov. 2024
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“Topping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topping. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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