as in position
the placement of someone or something in relation to others in a vertical arrangement
a young karate student ready to rise to the next level in his chosen art of self-defense
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as in to balance
to make equal in amount, degree, or status
we'll give both teams the same equipment so as to level the playing field
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as in to smooth
to make free from breaks, curves, or bumps
the construction workers leveled the ground before laying a foundation for the new house
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as in to aim
to point or turn (something) toward a target or goal
the marksman leveled his gun at the target and fired
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as in to down
to strike (someone) so forcefully as to cause a fall
the boxer leveled his opponent with a single blow
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as in to demolish
to destroy (as a building) completely by knocking down or breaking to pieces
an old warehouse that was leveled to build a parking lot
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as in plane
having a surface without bends, breaks, or irregularities
looked for a level place to land the plane
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as in calm
free from emotional or mental agitation
in a much more level mood now that the worst is over
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Recent Examples of level
Monica Alba, NBC news, 24 June 2026
However, traffic is still below prewar levels when more than 100 ships, including dozens of tankers, transited Hormuz daily.
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 19 June 2026
Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 14 June 2026
Tornadoes, spawned by warm moist air rising and colliding with cooling jet streams, can level forests within minutes.
—Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 June 2026
Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026
Several multi-level showrooms now line suburban exits along Interstate 494, with dealers specializing in BMWs, Audis, Toyotas and Land Rovers.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 8 June 2026
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Noun
The question now is if Ronaldo can keep up this level of play against stiffer competition.
—Monica Alba, NBC news, 24 June 2026
However, traffic is still below prewar levels when more than 100 ships, including dozens of tankers, transited Hormuz daily.
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 19 June 2026
Verb
But the whistleblower has also had both civil and criminal charges leveled against him, forcing him to spend the last 10-plus years living in exile in Russia.
—Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 14 June 2026
Tornadoes, spawned by warm moist air rising and colliding with cooling jet streams, can level forests within minutes.
—Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 June 2026
Adjective
However, not long after the construction of the multi-level buzzsaw, the mill was mysteriously abandoned.
—Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026
Several multi-level showrooms now line suburban exits along Interstate 494, with dealers specializing in BMWs, Audis, Toyotas and Land Rovers.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 8 June 2026
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Pages was one of four Dodgers leading their respective position groups, joined by first baseman Freddie Freeman, third baseman Max Muncy and designated hitter Shohei Ohtani, who led all players with 1,165,133 votes.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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In some cases, positions left vacant by retiring or resigning employees were not filled.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
21 June 2026
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Lozier and other candidates running against de Borbon believe that a new board could balance the interests of residents, investors and guests, use Airbnb fees for the benefit of the building and create a model of coexistence.—
Linda Robertson,
Miami Herald,
22 June 2026
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Adidas’s everyday sneakers can handle 20,000 steps without ruining an outfit, perfectly balancing cool with comfy.—
Kaelin Dodge,
InStyle,
22 June 2026
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The formula uses argan oil, amino acids, and keratin-like proteins to smooth split ends, strengthen the cuticle, and boost shine.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
24 June 2026
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If wrinkles and uneven skin texture are a concern, Korean serums can help smooth your complexion.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
23 June 2026
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Mexico, a co-host of the tournament alongside the United States and Canada, is aiming to reach the knockout stage of the World Cup and advance beyond the round of 16.—
Eduard Cauich,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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The new partnership marks the most ambitious collaboration between HRTS and Easterseals Disability Services to date, with the organizations previously joining forces on numerous initiatives aiming to improve accessibility in the entertainment industry and authentic representation on screen.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
18 June 2026
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Report downed power lines to the police.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
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Meanwhile, Russia’s Defense Ministry said that air defenses downed 157 Ukrainian drones from late Tuesday until early Wednesday.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 June 2026
Verb
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The existing residence was demolished, though plans to build a new house never moved forward.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
19 June 2026
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The military has bulldozed or demolished wide swaths of the zone, and the area, where most of Gaza’s agricultural land lies, is inaccessible to Palestinians.—
Melanie Lidman,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
Adjective
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Police did not immediately have an exact count of how many officers were injured.—
Jenna DeAngelis,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
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Treinen underwent imaging, but Roberts did not have his exact diagnosis.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
Adjective
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To alleviate some of the security concerns in metropolitan areas and calm citizens' fears, the United States housed prisoners in military installations and federal facilities throughout the South and Southwest.—
Helaine Williams,
Arkansas Online,
20 June 2026
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Clark seized on a more gentle course — slightly calmer and still soft with receptive greens — by pulling away late to reach six-under-par through 16 holes.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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“Level.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/level. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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