as in first
coming before all others in time or order
the earliest computers were massive machines that practically filled up a room
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for earliest
Adjective
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Dandies were the first true representations of male fashion.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
1 May 2025 -
The style retailer, which expanded to include accessories, fragrances and footwear, won Combs a Council of Fashion Designers of America Award in 2004 for menswear designer of the year, the first Black designer to earn the honor.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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As with the coal black tree snake, the atra tree snake has thus far only been found on its initial island of discovery, Misima.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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Although these prices plummeted to $100 on the day of the show, the initial asking price highlights the financial barrier for many fans hoping to witness the event live.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Because of scheduling conflicts, McDermott and Hopkins replaced original actors Brady Noon and Jensen Ackles in major roles.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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The first two LPs feature the original record, while the remaining LPs collect a number of B-sides and rarities, alongside their 2004 BBC Radio 1 John Peel session, and seven demo recordings.—
Tyler Jenke,
Billboard,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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Forbes Business Council is the foremost growth and networking organization for business owners and leaders.—
Naeem Ghauri,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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This return to immigration law-and-order was the foremost promise of his 2024 campaign.—
Mohammed Soliman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Earliest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/earliest. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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