fore·most
ˈfȯr-ˌmōst 
1
: first in a series or progression
Safety is their foremost concern.
2
: of first rank or position : preeminent
He is the foremost authority on the American Revolutionary period.
1
: in the first place
2
: most importantly
first and foremost
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Adjective
Albert Einstein is regarded by many as the foremost figure of the 20th century.
wanted to speak to the foremost supervisor in our department
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Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 2 Jan. 2026
The world has Die Hard to thank for elevating both Willis' and Rickman's careers, and while Willis' 2022 retirement brought an end to the franchise, Die Hard will always be remembered as the movie that helped cement Willis' legacy as one of the foremost action stars of all time.
—Ilana Gordon, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Dec. 2025
Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 30 Dec. 2025
Mothballs Are Meant for Clothes Moths First and foremost, mothballs are formulated specifically to repel clothes moths, particularly their larvae.
—Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 29 Dec. 2025
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Adjective
Tesla has been dethroned as the world’s foremost electric vehicle manufacturer after a rough 2025, with the title being claimed by the fast-growing Chinese BYD.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 2 Jan. 2026
The world has Die Hard to thank for elevating both Willis' and Rickman's careers, and while Willis' 2022 retirement brought an end to the franchise, Die Hard will always be remembered as the movie that helped cement Willis' legacy as one of the foremost action stars of all time.
—Ilana Gordon, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Dec. 2025
Adverb
Crystal Cove State Park is one of Laguna’s big draws, perhaps foremost for its four tide pool areas.
—Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 30 Dec. 2025
Mothballs Are Meant for Clothes Moths First and foremost, mothballs are formulated specifically to repel clothes moths, particularly their larvae.
—Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 29 Dec. 2025
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“Foremost.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/foremost. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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