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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 Over the years, Parton and her goddaughter have performed together at many A-list events, including the 2019 Grammy Awards. — Ayana Herndon, InStyle, 30 July 2026 The maxi hemline left just enough room for Gerber’s thong sandal heels, one of summer’s dominant footwear trends among A-list stars like Kendall Jenner and Michelle Obama. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 27 July 2026 A-list actors like Zendaya and Anne Hathaway may line the cast list, but the breakout performance is coming from the large-scale, analog viewing experience beloved by Nolan and his fans. — Alex Harring, CNBC, 25 July 2026 Actor James Norton experienced a medical emergency while attending an A-list dinner with Nicole Kidman and Jude Law. — Shelby Stivale, Entertainment Weekly, 22 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for A-list

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Noun

This weakness was exploited by elite running backs such as Bijan Robinson (Buffalo was upset by the Falcons and gave up 210 rushing yards) and De’Von Achane (the Dolphins gained 197 rushing yards in their second meeting, an upset win).

— Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
As a model professional, Rodri should still have plenty of years to enjoy in the elite.

— Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of elite

Noun

The latter category, anticipating biomimicry, is well represented by the automata that captivated the aristocracy in the following century.

— Jonathon Keats, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
At last, Jones also thought, there was a chance to spotlight the dynamic between North Wales‘ working-class community and its aristocracy on the big screen, a corner of Britain’s social history that has long been sidelined.

— Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 29 June 2026

Definition of aristocracy

Noun

His hitting metrics are all career bests, and he’s headed for his fourth consecutive season of 20-plus homers.

— Zack Meisel, New York Times, 24 July 2026
Atwell, the 26-year-old five-year veteran, has modest career bests of 67 receptions (2023), 562 yards (2024), and three touchdowns (2023).

— Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 10 July 2026

Definition of best

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Because the brand provides a significant level of tangible and intangible support, understanding the royalty structure is essential.

— Angelo Chavez, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
In a way, MacLeod is cheering for his own obsolescence; AI output is as proficient as most royalty-free music.

— Kieran Press-Reynolds, Pitchfork, 30 July 2026

Definition of royalty

Noun

With energy prices moving higher in July so far, and recent strong statements on fighting inflation, markets see broadly a 1 in 3 chance that the FOMC elects to increase rates in July.

— Simon Moore, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Veleria Levy, representative-elect for northeast Charlotte’s state House District 99, testified against Duke’s original proposal this spring.

— Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 13 July 2026

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