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coming before all others in importance
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Recent Examples of dominant
Nike went public in December 1980 and quickly became the most dominant sneaker brand, partnered with some of the top athletes across sport.
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Jessica Golden, CNBC, 14 Aug. 2025
Big Blue’s front four was just as dominant on Day 2, this time at the Giants’ facility in East Rutherford.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 13 Aug. 2025
Xi’s ability the choke off western access to essential components has become the dominant topic of discussion during all three rounds of bilateral talks so far.
—Phil Mattingly, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2025
Other young pitchers stepping up in bullpen Nunez was dominant in 11 outings for the Padres’ Triple-A affiliate this season, surrendering no runs in 12 1/3 innings of work, and held a 3.86 ERA in four MLB appearances for San Diego.
—Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 3 Aug. 2025
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Jessica Golden, CNBC, 14 Aug. 2025
Big Blue’s front four was just as dominant on Day 2, this time at the Giants’ facility in East Rutherford.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 13 Aug. 2025
Xi’s ability the choke off western access to essential components has become the dominant topic of discussion during all three rounds of bilateral talks so far.
—Phil Mattingly, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2025
Other young pitchers stepping up in bullpen Nunez was dominant in 11 outings for the Padres’ Triple-A affiliate this season, surrendering no runs in 12 1/3 innings of work, and held a 3.86 ERA in four MLB appearances for San Diego.
—Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 3 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dominant
Adjective
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The report outlined three main policy goals: improving student literacy, strengthening the teacher workforce, and empowering parents.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
8 Aug. 2025
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Blood of My Blood tells the origin stories of the Outlander main characters' families, in this epic romantic drama.—
H. Alan Scott,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The other predominant design component is that her outdoor space is divided into multiple functional private spaces around the house.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 Aug. 2025
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The predominant effect that this law will have is to prevent law-abiding citizens from purchasing their preferred firearm.—
Rafael Perez,
Oc Register,
1 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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France is, however, the primary importer of Mauritian nutmeg today.—
Matthew Wills,
JSTOR Daily,
16 Aug. 2025
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With Van de Ven and Cristian Romero established as Spurs’ primary partnership in central defence, Vuskovic may struggle to supplant that duo for the biggest games.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
16 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Forbes Business Council is the foremost growth and networking organization for business owners and leaders.—
James DiNardo,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Cornell was the foremost beneficiary of the Morrill Act Both Cornell University and the University of Wisconsin are land-grant universities that profited from lands taken from Indigenous nations, as did at least 50 other universities throughout the U.S.—
Frank Vaisvilas,
jsonline.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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After a rough start on floor, Hang roared back with a clean and powerful vault, good for a big 14.050.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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This recipe has all of the rich flavors from the original with bigger portions for the whole family to enjoy.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Nevertheless, there are considerable risks for Newsom, and he’s only added to the potential pitfalls by taking a leading role in the redistricting fight.—
Douglas Schoen,
Oc Register,
7 Aug. 2025
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Mead landed another leading voice role in 2001, portraying the titular character on the cartoon Lloyd in Space until 2004.—
Keith Langston,
People.com,
5 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Luis Quiñones #23 of UANL Tigres controls the ball against Emilio Lara (L) #23 of América during the first half of the Campeon de Campeones final at Dignity Health Sports Park on June 30, 2024 in Carson, California.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Aug. 2025
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That said, the Revolution had promising spells of attacking play and even looked the more dangerous side in the first half.—
Julian Cardillo,
Boston Herald,
17 Aug. 2025
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“Dominant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dominant. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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