Synonyms of top-of-the-linenext
: top-notch
especially : being or belonging to the highest or most expensive class
top-of-the-line camera equipment

Examples of top-of-the-line in a Sentence

gourmet chefs who insist on top-of-the-line cookware and are willing to pay for it
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After getting the boot from his old preschool, Stewie is forced to enroll in a new one that’s not exactly top-of-the-line. Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 11 May 2026 Olly covers each of these needs and more, but these are its top-of-the-line blends. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026 Porsche has yet to say how much the top-of-the-line EV will cost, but something north of the Turbo GT with Weissach package’s $243,700 starting price seems likely. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 7 May 2026 Leaders want to transform Tarleton State Fort Worth from a sub campus to a location offering the full college experience, from on campus living and dining, a walkable and scenic campus and top-of-the-line academic opportunities. Samuel O’Neal 4, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for top-of-the-line

Word History

First Known Use

1953, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of top-of-the-line was in 1953

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“Top-of-the-line.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/top-of-the-line. Accessed 17 May. 2026.

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top-of-the-line

adjective
: top-notch
top-of-the-line camera equipment
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