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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
Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 14 June 2026
The Chicago Bulls icon spent the ’80s and ’90s collecting six titles, five MVP trophies, and 10 scoring crowns, helping transform basketball from a popular sport into a worldwide phenomenon.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 12 June 2026
Peter's teen daughters, Savannah, 15, and Isla, 14, and Harriet's daughter, Georgina, 13, all matched in white Emilia Wickstead dresses with flower crowns, and helped carry Harriet's train at the wedding.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 12 June 2026
Joining the Premier League giants in 2017, the 31-year-old enjoyed nine highly successful years at the Etihad under Pep Guardiola, lifting six English top flight crowns together and the Champions League in 2023 as part of a treble.
—Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Ronaldo won four Champions League crowns with Real Madrid, another with Manchester United, as well as leading Portugal to the 2016 European Championships title and claiming five Ballon d’Ors.
—Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
If you’re forced to use regular wood studs for the walls, take your time and select ones that are perfectly straight with no crowns in them.
—Tim Carter, Hartford Courant, 6 June 2026
To make matters worse, Mbappé’s old club, Paris Saint-Germain, has claimed the last two Champions League crowns.
—Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 4 June 2026
His teams won a record nine consecutive NCAA crowns from 1935-43.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
CNN Money, 8 June 2026
French Open crowns a pair of first-time champions Alexander Zverev hits a forehand Sunday against Flavio Cobolli during the French Open final at Roland Garros in Paris.
—Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 7 June 2026
The league crowns champions in 24 men’s and women’s sports and the four former Pac-12 schools won half of them.
—Marisa Ingemi, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2026
The global event brings together contestants from around the world competing for the crown, with full multiplatform coverage from preliminary events to the final broadcast, when the reigning Miss Universe, Fátima Bosch Fernández of Mexico, crowns her successor.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 7 May 2026
Some produce pale purple flowers that form crowns around deep green foliage, but others bloom in pink, red, blue, and white hues.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2026
Pancake lovers across Austin can grab a free meal Tuesday at IHOP, when the company officially crowns the first Tuesday of March as its annual National Pancake Day.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 3 Mar. 2026
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
Noun
The royals and fur Fine fur items – including crowns, hats and ceremonial gowns – have long been a staple of the royal wardrobe.
—Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 14 June 2026
The Chicago Bulls icon spent the ’80s and ’90s collecting six titles, five MVP trophies, and 10 scoring crowns, helping transform basketball from a popular sport into a worldwide phenomenon.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 12 June 2026
Peter's teen daughters, Savannah, 15, and Isla, 14, and Harriet's daughter, Georgina, 13, all matched in white Emilia Wickstead dresses with flower crowns, and helped carry Harriet's train at the wedding.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 12 June 2026
Joining the Premier League giants in 2017, the 31-year-old enjoyed nine highly successful years at the Etihad under Pep Guardiola, lifting six English top flight crowns together and the Champions League in 2023 as part of a treble.
—Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Ronaldo won four Champions League crowns with Real Madrid, another with Manchester United, as well as leading Portugal to the 2016 European Championships title and claiming five Ballon d’Ors.
—Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
If you’re forced to use regular wood studs for the walls, take your time and select ones that are perfectly straight with no crowns in them.
—Tim Carter, Hartford Courant, 6 June 2026
To make matters worse, Mbappé’s old club, Paris Saint-Germain, has claimed the last two Champions League crowns.
—Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 4 June 2026
His teams won a record nine consecutive NCAA crowns from 1935-43.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
Verb
With its brilliant white surface reflecting the searing Spanish sun, the cross that crowns the Tower of Jesus Christ (the other 17 towers are dedicated to the 12 apostles, four Evangelists and the Virgin Mary) is as tall as a five-story building and weighs around 100 tons.
—CNN Money, 8 June 2026
French Open crowns a pair of first-time champions Alexander Zverev hits a forehand Sunday against Flavio Cobolli during the French Open final at Roland Garros in Paris.
—Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 7 June 2026
The league crowns champions in 24 men’s and women’s sports and the four former Pac-12 schools won half of them.
—Marisa Ingemi, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2026
The global event brings together contestants from around the world competing for the crown, with full multiplatform coverage from preliminary events to the final broadcast, when the reigning Miss Universe, Fátima Bosch Fernández of Mexico, crowns her successor.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 7 May 2026
Some produce pale purple flowers that form crowns around deep green foliage, but others bloom in pink, red, blue, and white hues.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2026
Pancake lovers across Austin can grab a free meal Tuesday at IHOP, when the company officially crowns the first Tuesday of March as its annual National Pancake Day.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 3 Mar. 2026
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crowns
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Jason Momoa, who was born in Hawaii, was photographed helping Lola arrange traditional colorful Hawaiian garlands, the leis, a tribute to her roots.—
Monica Coviello,
Vanity Fair,
11 June 2026
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All the garlands and floral decorations have been individually restored for the first time in decades.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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At 29 years old, Brunson now has two college championships, a collection of National Player of the Year Awards, an NBA title, an NBA Finals MVP crown and the core of the Big Apple for eternity.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Uruguay has won two World Cups, the first ever in 1930 and in 1950, and gold medalists in the 1924 and 1928 Olympics, which served as world championships.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
14 June 2026
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Square-neck tanks, halter tops, delicate camisoles, and more all offer variety for your travel look.—
Gabrielle Porcaro,
Travel + Leisure,
13 June 2026
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And who could forget those revealing halter tops, Ashley’s piece-y crown braid, or Mary Kate’s paparazzi-worthy red lip?—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
13 June 2026
Verb
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The agent that finishes the most work on the first attempt is the one worth paying for.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Use 100-piece puzzles and see who finishes first.—
Parents,
Parents,
11 June 2026
Noun
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Also in the chest were the Earl and Countess’ coronets, small crowns worn by the nobility for the ceremonial occasion of a monarch’s ascension to their throne, which are shaped to include decorative elements which indicate the rank of the peer wearing them.—
Rachel Elspeth Gross,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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Though the top section of the Chimney Tops Trail (along with its rocky pinnacles) are closed due to fire damage, this is still one sight worth seeing.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
8 June 2026
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Known for its volcanic pinnacles, an abundance of marine life, and healthy reefs, the Saba National Marine Park surrounds the entire island.—
Hayley Domin,
Travel + Leisure,
1 June 2026
Verb
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After coming so close to a no-hitter twice, maybe the third time will be the one Yamamoto completes.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2026
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The Skinspan roadmap notes that skin completes much of its repair during sleep, which is why dermatologists increasingly treat seven to nine hours as a longevity intervention on par with topical actives.—
Allison Palmer
Updated June 13,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 June 2026
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Now, revisit some of the most glittering diadems worn by Queen Mary, which later became favorites of the late Queen Elizabeth II.—
Natasha Leake,
Vanity Fair,
2 June 2026
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Here’s everything to know about Meghan Markle’s wedding tiara, the drama surrounding it, and the diadems that didn’t make the cut for her royal nuptials.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Crowns.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crowns. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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