as in position
the placement of someone or something in relation to others in a vertical arrangement
a young karate student ready to rise to the next level in his chosen art of self-defense
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as in to balance
to make equal in amount, degree, or status
we'll give both teams the same equipment so as to level the playing field
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as in to smooth
to make free from breaks, curves, or bumps
the construction workers leveled the ground before laying a foundation for the new house
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as in to aim
to point or turn (something) toward a target or goal
the marksman leveled his gun at the target and fired
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as in to down
to strike (someone) so forcefully as to cause a fall
the boxer leveled his opponent with a single blow
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as in to demolish
to destroy (as a building) completely by knocking down or breaking to pieces
an old warehouse that was leveled to build a parking lot
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as in plane
having a surface without bends, breaks, or irregularities
looked for a level place to land the plane
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as in calm
free from emotional or mental agitation
in a much more level mood now that the worst is over
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Recent Examples of level
Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2025
When traveling with a partner, or with friends, the strategizing can reach a whole other level.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 24 Apr. 2025
Thomas Schlachter, CNN Money, 16 Apr. 2025
Martin: One of the criticisms that the Trump administration has leveled at Harvard is that there has not been adequate viewpoint diversity, meaning that there are not enough conservative viewpoints represented on the faculty.
—Destinee Adams, NPR, 16 Apr. 2025
Eduardo Tansley, The Athletic, 23 Nov. 2024
Standout benefits: Applicants in good health can skip the medical exam for a level term life insurance policy with Amica.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 2 Aug. 2024
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Noun
From studying best practices for growing the plants to connecting with the gardening market on a global level, producing and distributing a new variety is no small feat.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2025
When traveling with a partner, or with friends, the strategizing can reach a whole other level.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 24 Apr. 2025
Verb
Real Madrid star Vinícius Júnior leveled the score on the night just minutes after the Arsenal opener.
—Thomas Schlachter, CNN Money, 16 Apr. 2025
Martin: One of the criticisms that the Trump administration has leveled at Harvard is that there has not been adequate viewpoint diversity, meaning that there are not enough conservative viewpoints represented on the faculty.
—Destinee Adams, NPR, 16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
If the players are level after 14 classical games, a tie-break will be played on December 13.
—Eduardo Tansley, The Athletic, 23 Nov. 2024
Standout benefits: Applicants in good health can skip the medical exam for a level term life insurance policy with Amica.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 2 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for level
Noun
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The multi-year project is expected to generate thousands of highly skilled jobs while cementing Mumbai’s position as a cornerstone of global film production.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
2 May 2025
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This is impossible: there is no getting politics out of art because the desire to remove politics from art is itself a political position.—
S. C. Cornell,
New Yorker,
2 May 2025
Verb
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Managing brand deals, taxes, and public image is a big responsibility for teenagers still balancing school and life.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Tariffs may have set the fire, but long-term success will come down to how well brands balance speed with structure.—
SJ Studio,
Sourcing Journal,
25 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The utility is also supporting emerging business models like charging-as-a-service, rideshare electrification, and curbside charging, while engaging with key stakeholders like the Taxi & Limousine Commission and city permitting agencies to smooth the path forward.—
Stacy Noblet,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Glycerin and panthenol help smooth and soften, while plant extracts like prickly pear support healthy-looking texture and shine.—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
24 Apr. 2025
Verb
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After several years of blockbuster growth in the remodeling and design business, the White House’s erratic rollout of tariffs aimed at reshaping global trade is already taking a toll.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2025
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Since then, North Korea has conducted a series of tests aimed at acquiring these capabilities.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Pakistan responded by aerial raids, downed an Indian military aircraft and captured an Indian pilot, who was later released.—
Time,
Time,
25 Apr. 2025
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One tree was cut in the 500 block of North Broadway; three were sawed near 1550 W. 8th St.; five were downed near 350 S. Grand Ave.; three were cut near 717 W. Temple St.; and one was taken out near 300 Treadwell St., according to LAPD officials.—
Grace Toohey,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Apr. 2025
Verb
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His effect on next-door Canada, however, has been to demolish America’s reputation.—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
29 Apr. 2025
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The Pennsylvania home where Yankees great Reggie Jackson spent his childhood was demolished Monday.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The evening is expected to be calm and mild with a low of 57.—
Todd Karpovich,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Apr. 2025
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Even the galaxy’s central supermassive black hole, which is more than 2,000 times more massive than the Milky Way’s central black hole, is fairly calm.—
Alan Taylor,
The Atlantic,
28 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Luminate, the independent data provider to the Billboard charts, completes a thorough review of all data submissions used in compiling the weekly chart rankings.—
Keith Caulfield,
Billboard,
4 May 2025
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Despite the team losing the top spot in The Athletic’s most recent power rankings, playing the adjusted run line for the Dodgers remains one of my favorite bets in baseball.—
The Athletic,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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“Level.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/level. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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