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as in highest
being at a point or level higher than all others
an office in the top story of the building the top student in our graduating class
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as in most
of the greatest or highest degree or quantity
your safety is our top priority
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
he's one of the tennis club's top players
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as in chief
highest in rank or authority
nearly all of the top officials in the state's department of corrections resigned after the scandal
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as in pinnacle
the highest part or point
a hawk's nest at the very top of the tree
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as in to exceed
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 top
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
24 June 2026
The Arena’s new hires will work with top talent to continue the expansion of the company’s slate, supporting its mission of building a fandom ecosystem consisting of premium film and television, fan-first experiences, and consumer goods.
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Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
24 June 2026
Andy Andersen,
Vulture,
27 June 2026
On top of the competitive awards, the festival also presented a series of Icon Awards to renowned actors Brian Cox and Myriam Margolyes, American film director and co-founder of Troma Entertainment film studio Lloyd Kaufman and a posthumous award to American rock legend Eddie Cochran.
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Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
26 June 2026
Forbes Press Releases,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
That topped the six the Japanese scored while reaching the round of 16 in Russia eight years ago.
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CBS News,
25 June 2026
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Adjective
Due to superior goal difference, a tie in this game would also mean the co-host finishes top.
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Ben Church,
CNN Money,
24 June 2026
The Arena’s new hires will work with top talent to continue the expansion of the company’s slate, supporting its mission of building a fandom ecosystem consisting of premium film and television, fan-first experiences, and consumer goods.
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Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
24 June 2026
Noun
At the top of the episode, Sugar offers Val a full-time job, seeing her discipline, resourcefulness, and street smarts as qualities of a reliable partner.
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Andy Andersen,
Vulture,
27 June 2026
On top of the competitive awards, the festival also presented a series of Icon Awards to renowned actors Brian Cox and Myriam Margolyes, American film director and co-founder of Troma Entertainment film studio Lloyd Kaufman and a posthumous award to American rock legend Eddie Cochran.
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Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
26 June 2026
Verb
Marian Lee, Chief Marketing Officer of Netflix, tops the list for the third year in a row, with Emily Prazer of Formula 1 and Frank Cooper III of Visa rounding out the top three.
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Forbes Press Releases,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
That topped the six the Japanese scored while reaching the round of 16 in Russia eight years ago.
—
CBS News,
25 June 2026
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May comes to Dallas after guiding Michigan to its first national title since 1989, a run that vaulted him into the upper tier of college coaches.
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Cherry was shot twice in the upper torso and died at the hospital, according to police.
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While most observers would rather see stars like Messi play the entire match, ultimately the decision is no different from the Cowboys opting to let Dak Prescott or CeeDee Lamb play a series or two in Week 18 before resting them after locking up the division.
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Making great ceviche at home is easier than most people think.
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So why did Ryan bother with Hunter (Jeremy Blewitt) when Naim was his utmost desire?
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Hospital staff were amazing and did the utmost to help, but ultimately nothing could be done despite their best efforts.
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Turkey evened it in the 10th minute with an excellent two-man game from Baris Alper Yilmaz and Güler, the 21-year-old Real Madrid rising star.
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The nearby town of Dolores makes an excellent home base.
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He's partnered with Ridge (the maker of high-tech wallets, power banks and phone cases), serving as its chief creative partner and releasing a brand collection of chargers, suitcases and keychains.
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Former South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) investigator Ryan Kelly was fired from his position as chief inspector for the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office on June 8, the agency confirmed to Fox News Digital.
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The soaring temperatures are caused by a heat dome — a vast area of stagnant high pressure parked over swaths of Europe, which acts like a lid on a pot, stubbornly trapping heat.
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The clear 20-ounce cup came with a lid attached to a straw in Starbucks' signature green hue that looked like a beanie sitting on the bear's head.
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The pinnacle of their trip was a private session with a renowned tinware master in Takaoka, a city famous for its centuries-old metalworking heritage.
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Because what is death but the pinnacle of humans’ lack of agency.
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Federal prosecutors are investigating Adorni after revelations of luxury travel, new properties and lavish spending that exceed his modest official salary.
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The score generated with the device placed it among the top five in a class of over 100 students, significantly exceeding the average score of 72.
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“Top.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/top. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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