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as in championships
the position occupied by the one who comes in first in a competition
his lifelong dream of someday winning the heavyweight boxing crown
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as in tops
the highest part or point
covered in mud from the soles of his feet to the crown of his head
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as in finishes
to bring to a triumphant conclusion
the Olympic Games were crowned by spectacular closing ceremonies
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Recent Examples of crowns
Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 28 Feb. 2026
Since 2021, 18 states have enhanced their coverage to include checkups, X-rays, fillings, crowns, and dentures, while loosening annual dollar caps for benefits.
—Phil Galewitz, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
Fort Worth Southwest Christian (5A) and Fort Worth Lake Country Christian (4A) are seeking to secure Girls division crowns, while Fort Worth Covenant Classical (3A) and Granbury Cornerstone Christian (1A) vying for Boys titles.
—Mike Waters, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Feb. 2026
Planting crowns is a bit like planting potatoes.
—Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 23 Feb. 2026
His Mustangs were Colorado’s last big-school wrestling dynasty, with Ottmann in charge for six of what turned into eight straight state crowns from 2003-10.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 22 Feb. 2026
But instead, the Hill-Murray lead held, giving the Pioneers – who previously won back-to-back 2A crowns in 2014 and ’15 – the program’s fourth state title.
—Frank Rajkowski, Twin Cities, 22 Feb. 2026
Guests are literally referred to as kings and queens, the men given crowns and boutonnieres, and the women tiaras and wrist corsages.
—Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
Sac State won conference crowns in 2019, 2021 and 2022 under former coach Troy Taylor in the program’s greatest run of success since starting football in 1954.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 16 Feb. 2026
Natalia Cano, Billboard, 28 Feb. 2026
In 2024, the University Interscholastic League restructured the basketball playoffs to resemble the 6A football postseason format, which splits qualifying teams into two divisions based on enrollment and crowns two champions in each classification.
—Myah Taylor, Dallas Morning News, 25 Feb. 2026
Crown hydration pushes roots and crowns up through the soil, leaving bumpy, uneven lawn surfaces and winter kill.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026
Completed in 2017, the single-story residence crowns nearly an acre of land along the upscale street of Via Marina.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 18 Feb. 2026
The rest of the nail is only shiny, enhancing even more the strength of the silver that crowns the nail.
—Arancha Gamo, Glamour, 14 Feb. 2026
The afternoon light crowns the earth in a golden haze, the glow of Hollywood movies during the Great Depression, the glow of Shirley Temple’s curly locks.
—Literary Hub, 10 Feb. 2026
Temperatures should drop throughout the game, settling in the mid to upper 50s by the time the confetti begins flying and the NFL crowns its next champion.
—Jakob Rodgers, Mercury News, 8 Feb. 2026
Charmaine’s crowns the Proper Hotel with its fire pits and a style‑savvy crowd, and Bar Sprezzatura layers Venetian charm onto a tucked‑away courtyard.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Noun
King/Drew coach Lloyd Webster has guided the Golden Eagles to four City titles — back-to-back Invitational crowns in 2003 and 2004, the Division II title in 2018 and the Open championship in 2024.
—Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 28 Feb. 2026
Since 2021, 18 states have enhanced their coverage to include checkups, X-rays, fillings, crowns, and dentures, while loosening annual dollar caps for benefits.
—Phil Galewitz, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
Fort Worth Southwest Christian (5A) and Fort Worth Lake Country Christian (4A) are seeking to secure Girls division crowns, while Fort Worth Covenant Classical (3A) and Granbury Cornerstone Christian (1A) vying for Boys titles.
—Mike Waters, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Feb. 2026
Planting crowns is a bit like planting potatoes.
—Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 23 Feb. 2026
His Mustangs were Colorado’s last big-school wrestling dynasty, with Ottmann in charge for six of what turned into eight straight state crowns from 2003-10.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 22 Feb. 2026
But instead, the Hill-Murray lead held, giving the Pioneers – who previously won back-to-back 2A crowns in 2014 and ’15 – the program’s fourth state title.
—Frank Rajkowski, Twin Cities, 22 Feb. 2026
Guests are literally referred to as kings and queens, the men given crowns and boutonnieres, and the women tiaras and wrist corsages.
—Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
Sac State won conference crowns in 2019, 2021 and 2022 under former coach Troy Taylor in the program’s greatest run of success since starting football in 1954.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 16 Feb. 2026
Verb
The nomination crowns remarkable achievements since the Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour began.
—Natalia Cano, Billboard, 28 Feb. 2026
In 2024, the University Interscholastic League restructured the basketball playoffs to resemble the 6A football postseason format, which splits qualifying teams into two divisions based on enrollment and crowns two champions in each classification.
—Myah Taylor, Dallas Morning News, 25 Feb. 2026
Crown hydration pushes roots and crowns up through the soil, leaving bumpy, uneven lawn surfaces and winter kill.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026
Completed in 2017, the single-story residence crowns nearly an acre of land along the upscale street of Via Marina.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 18 Feb. 2026
The rest of the nail is only shiny, enhancing even more the strength of the silver that crowns the nail.
—Arancha Gamo, Glamour, 14 Feb. 2026
The afternoon light crowns the earth in a golden haze, the glow of Hollywood movies during the Great Depression, the glow of Shirley Temple’s curly locks.
—Literary Hub, 10 Feb. 2026
Temperatures should drop throughout the game, settling in the mid to upper 50s by the time the confetti begins flying and the NFL crowns its next champion.
—Jakob Rodgers, Mercury News, 8 Feb. 2026
Charmaine’s crowns the Proper Hotel with its fire pits and a style‑savvy crowd, and Bar Sprezzatura layers Venetian charm onto a tucked‑away courtyard.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crowns
Noun
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While decorative garlands and fresh flowers are a great way to spruce up your space, a seasonal wreath full of vibrant florals can transform your doorway and entryway (or mantel and fireplace).—
Jamie Weissman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Feb. 2026
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Paper garlands of foldable lanterns and honeycomb fruit from 1950s Japan and Denmark dangle over a British Art Deco carpet in a cool green that both Emily and Aaron adore.—
Robert Sullivan,
Vogue,
16 Feb. 2026
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State championships are March 13-14 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento.—
Los Angeles Times staff,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Mar. 2026
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The Longhorns have produced 16 PGA Tour winners, with 113 victories, including 12 major championships by six golfers.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 Mar. 2026
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Choose those with bright green tops and firm white bulbs with white roots.—
Barbara Gillette,
The Spruce,
27 Feb. 2026
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What do carrot tops taste like?—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Karaban finishes his career with a 60-6 record at home, 31-1 in Hartford, and 29-5 on campus.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
28 Feb. 2026
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Elsewhere, Dana finishes up with Ilana’s exam.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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This sea of sharp buttes and sky-high pinnacles offers numerous west-facing vantage points.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Outside,
1 Mar. 2026
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Sea turtles snoozed, manta rays glided, and reef fish darted by the thousands over lava pinnacles covered in corals and basket sponges.—
Betsy Andrews,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Feb. 2026
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The new research, published in the journal Nature, reviewed hundreds of scientific studies and hazard assessments, calculating that about 90% of them underestimated baseline coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2026
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Researchers studied hundreds of scientific studies and hazard assessments, calculating that about 90% of them underestimated baseline coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot (30 centimeters), according to Wednesday's study in the journal Nature.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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After a child completes a screening, the coordinator can create a personalized literacy plan that highlights the areas that need more practice.—
MAKIYA SEMINERA THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
1 Mar. 2026
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After a child completes a screening, the coordinator can create a personalized literacy plan that highlights the areas that need more practice.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Gorgeous peaks dot the landscape, each one with a seemingly endless number of ski runs.—
Brent Rose,
Outside,
28 Feb. 2026
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Kicking Horse Ski Resort Kicking Horse Ski Resort, an hour west of Lake Louise, is known for its steep terrain, gigantic chutes, jagged Rocky Mountain peaks, and fluffy dry snow.—
Jonny Bierman,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Crowns.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crowns. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.
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