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as in main
coming before all others in importance
Albert Einstein is regarded by many as the foremost figure of the 20th century
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as in chief
highest in rank or authority
wanted to speak to the foremost supervisor in our department
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as in first
coming before all others in time or order
when the foremost person in line tripped, everyone had to stop
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Recent Examples of foremost
Insofar as the Trump campaign had any specific policy planks, indiscriminate tariffs were foremost among them.
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New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 9 May 2025
In a society that often equates American influence with might or money or celebrity, now our foremost representative on the global stage is a humble man in white robes, preaching love, justice, and mercy.
—Christopher Hale, Time, 9 May 2025
Tems’s Met Gala debut in 2023 immediately cemented her reputation as one of the foremost headturners at fashion’s biggest night out.
—Mahoro Seward, Vogue, 6 May 2025
Charging for parking was essentially the life’s work of Donald Shoup, a professor at U.C.L.A. and the country’s foremost parking scholar.
—Zach Helfand, New Yorker, 5 May 2025
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New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 9 May 2025
In a society that often equates American influence with might or money or celebrity, now our foremost representative on the global stage is a humble man in white robes, preaching love, justice, and mercy.
—Christopher Hale, Time, 9 May 2025
Tems’s Met Gala debut in 2023 immediately cemented her reputation as one of the foremost headturners at fashion’s biggest night out.
—Mahoro Seward, Vogue, 6 May 2025
Charging for parking was essentially the life’s work of Donald Shoup, a professor at U.C.L.A. and the country’s foremost parking scholar.
—Zach Helfand, New Yorker, 5 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for foremost
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Cities To Visit Hood River Known as the windsurfing capital of the world, Hood River is also one of the gorge’s main hubs for dining, shopping, and stays.—
Zoe Baillargeon,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2025
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Homelessness is certainly a major problem, said Julie Hayden, CEO of the East County Transitional Living Center, the area’s main shelter.—
Blake Nelson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2025
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The best thing small businesses can do right now is to be flexible and diversify their sourcing and procurement strategies, says Tala Akhavan, chief operating officer of Pietra, a platform that helps brands with sourcing, production and logistics among other services.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
1 June 2025
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Michael serves as co-executive chair of Rhode’s board and Lauren is President and chief brand officer.—
Pamela N. Danziger,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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Slaw Dog took home first place Slaw Dog took home first place.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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Neither was the British version of The Office, which launched in 2001, though that was among the first television series to run with it.—
Jordan Hoffman,
EW.com,
25 May 2025
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The swimmer, later identified as Sean Barton, a visitor from New Mexico, received initial treatment at the scene before being transported to a nearby hospital for further evaluation.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
29 May 2025
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Four out of the five former Biden White House officials tapped for congressional interviews have made initial contact with the committee via their lawyers since the chairman sent his letters on May 22, a source familiar with the panel’s work told the Washington Examiner.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
29 May 2025
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There are not enough smart Americans alone to remain supreme in scientific research.—
Jim Nowlan,
Chicago Tribune,
26 May 2025
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Iran’s supreme leader has also downplayed the prospect of an imminent agreement with the U.S. on its nuclear capabilities, despite Trump’s public optimism.—
Brett Samuels,
The Hill,
21 May 2025
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In the place of Gantu, the character Jumba instead assumes the primary villain status in the remake.—
Benjamin VanHoose,
People.com,
24 May 2025
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David Hogg, a Democratic National Committee vice chairman, has elevated his national profile but risked his standing in the DNC for promising to primary older incumbents in Congress.—
Naomi Lim,
The Washington Examiner,
24 May 2025
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There were the three thrilling games for the Florida Panthers against the Carolina Hurricanes in this Eastern Conference final, too, so full of drama and nastiness and easy wins to take a commanding 3-0 lead.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
27 May 2025
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The Thunder will take a commanding 3-1 lead to their home court on Wednesday when the series shifts back to Oklahoma City.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
27 May 2025
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These operators pay artisans and specialized mechanics top dollar to maintain and refurbish the century-old rides, all in an effort to preserve their original design and craftsmanship.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
26 May 2025
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Prime was intended not only to provide services to Elite but to control Elite’s operations, Elite’s original bylaws show.—
Kristen Taketa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 May 2025
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“Foremost.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foremost. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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