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A-list

noun

ˈā-ˌlist

Definition of A-list

as in elite

individuals carefully selected as being the best of a class the ceremony featured an A-list of Hollywood stars

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Recent Examples of A-list And now both — still just 26 and 25, respectively — are among the newest members of Hollywood’s A-list, and very serious contenders for Oscar nominations. — Scott Feinberg, HollywoodReporter, 20 Sep. 2026 Still, in the pursuit of the A-list, the show hasn’t forgotten its roots. — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026 The likelihood of his films going to an A-list festival is one of the things that might convince the fund to invest. — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026 While Ava and her A-list mom share a lot in common, Ava’s also forged her own path. — Lauren Dana Ellman, InStyle, 16 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for A-list

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Noun

More than 80 years ago a novel sent shockwaves through Fort Worth for its portrayal of the city’s elites.

— Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Sep. 2026
The death of Choi, who rubbed shoulders with Hong Kong’s showbiz and business elites, sent shockwaves through the wealthy financial hub, where homicides are rare, and made global headlines.

— Chris Lau, CNN Money, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of elite

Noun

The ‘Baronessa’ was Venetian aristocracy and lived in a vast rococo palace with Guardis and Canalettos in the drawing room.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 21 Sep. 2026
Born in 1901, Cartland was a fixture of British high society, rubbing shoulders with press barons, politicians, the aristocracy and the Royal Family, as step-grandmother to Princess Diana.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 21 Sep. 2026

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But for the second straight week, Kelce had game-bests in receptions and receiving yards as the Chiefs beat the Colts 33-30 in overtime Sunday night at Arrowhead Stadium.

— Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 21 Sep. 2026
Benton had career bests in tackles (51), tackles for loss (6) and sacks (5 1/2) while helping the Steelers to the AFC North title.

— CBS News, CBS News, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of best

Noun

With her own clothing brand launched in 2021, Kinsey Fit, Wolanski as a sports influencer has partnered with major brands like Adidas, Netflix, Amazon prime, YouTube TV, Draft Kings and Recover 180.

— Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 23 Sep. 2026
Registered dietitians say the leafy green primes the gut, eases bloating and supplies nutrients tied to bone density and gut health.

— Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of prime

Noun

The first meeting was in November of last year at the White House, when Mamdani was mayor elect, and the second was in February, also at the White House.

— Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 20 Sep. 2026
The governor-elect faced a fight over removing Nick Balletto, who had initially been dismissive of Lamont as a candidate, as the Democratic state chair.

— Mark Pazniokas, Hartford Courant, 12 Aug. 2026

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