the crème de la crème
noun phrase
: the very best people or things in a group
These actors are the crème de la crème of American theater.
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In the 1970s, Vogue editor Diana Vreeland positioned the gala as the opening soiree of the Institute’s major exhibitions and invited the crème de la crème of the fashion world and New York society.
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Keep the following pointers in mind to ensure your cheese experience is the crème de la crème:
Think fresh.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Mar. 2025
Like every year, the guest list will consist of the crème de la crème of French cinema—from César winners and nominees to countless other celebrities—and, like every year, those in attendance can expect a night full of surprises.
—Isabelle Kliger, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
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Miles Socha, Footwear News, 25 June 2025
In the 1970s, Vogue editor Diana Vreeland positioned the gala as the opening soiree of the Institute’s major exhibitions and invited the crème de la crème of the fashion world and New York society.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 1 May 2025
Keep the following pointers in mind to ensure your cheese experience is the crème de la crème:
Think fresh.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Mar. 2025
Like every year, the guest list will consist of the crème de la crème of French cinema—from César winners and nominees to countless other celebrities—and, like every year, those in attendance can expect a night full of surprises.
—Isabelle Kliger, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
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“The crème de la crème.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20cr%C3%A8me%20de%20la%20cr%C3%A8me. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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