as in ranks
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 balances
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 smooths
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 aims
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 downs
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 demolishes
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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Recent Examples of levels
John Marks, Charlotte Observer, 26 Mar. 2026
Thousands are now not showing up for work, hundreds have quit altogether, and the average wait time at airports has reached record levels.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 26 Mar. 2026
When combined with another low-cost material for the complementary reaction in the fuel cell, the system achieved high power output levels.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 26 Mar. 2026
And in January, Congress passed a budget that essentially restored the agency's funding to previous levels.
—Pien Huang, NPR, 25 Mar. 2026
The Transportation Security Administration said Wednesday that wait times have hit the worst levels in the agency’s history, with some passengers waiting more than four and a half hours to clear security.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 25 Mar. 2026
Membership at the Astor Club runs from a $2,400 initiation fee and $100 in monthly dues to higher levels.
—Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
The Environmental Working Group just released its 2026 Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen lists, ranking produce by pesticide residue levels.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 25 Mar. 2026
Villa may not reach those levels of attacking overperformance again this season.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026
Olivier Kempf, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
The lawsuit also levels a series of accusations against the city of Los Angeles and its Department of Water and Power.
—City News Service, Daily News, 19 Feb. 2026
But a new documentary about the reality show levels some serious accusations against all those involved in the production.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 16 Feb. 2026
Align with what actually levels you up, not what confirms bias, is rage bait or just gives a dopamine hit.
—Magi Helena, Dallas Morning News, 26 Jan. 2026
When a star student (Ayo Edebiri) levels an accusation against one of her colleagues (Andrew Garfield), the professor is forced to navigate complex moral territory while a dark secret from her own past threatens to come into the light.
—Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 13 Nov. 2025
Two years out, the consensus rises modestly to $69, and to $77 five years from now, levels many independents say are too low to justify new drilling.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 24 Sep. 2025
Much like traditional holiday countdowns, these calendars add daily excitement, encourage playful traditions, and give crafters of all skill levels a chance to get festive.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2025
Noun
While the total number of people coming to the region is greater than most other places, the rate of growth for the Charlotte region also ranks in the upper levels.
—John Marks, Charlotte Observer, 26 Mar. 2026
Thousands are now not showing up for work, hundreds have quit altogether, and the average wait time at airports has reached record levels.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 26 Mar. 2026
When combined with another low-cost material for the complementary reaction in the fuel cell, the system achieved high power output levels.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 26 Mar. 2026
And in January, Congress passed a budget that essentially restored the agency's funding to previous levels.
—Pien Huang, NPR, 25 Mar. 2026
The Transportation Security Administration said Wednesday that wait times have hit the worst levels in the agency’s history, with some passengers waiting more than four and a half hours to clear security.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 25 Mar. 2026
Membership at the Astor Club runs from a $2,400 initiation fee and $100 in monthly dues to higher levels.
—Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
The Environmental Working Group just released its 2026 Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen lists, ranking produce by pesticide residue levels.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 25 Mar. 2026
Villa may not reach those levels of attacking overperformance again this season.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026
Verb
Russia has managed to recruit 30,000 men a month, levels that Ukraine, with only a quarter of Russia’s population, has struggled to match.
—Olivier Kempf, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
The lawsuit also levels a series of accusations against the city of Los Angeles and its Department of Water and Power.
—City News Service, Daily News, 19 Feb. 2026
But a new documentary about the reality show levels some serious accusations against all those involved in the production.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 16 Feb. 2026
Align with what actually levels you up, not what confirms bias, is rage bait or just gives a dopamine hit.
—Magi Helena, Dallas Morning News, 26 Jan. 2026
When a star student (Ayo Edebiri) levels an accusation against one of her colleagues (Andrew Garfield), the professor is forced to navigate complex moral territory while a dark secret from her own past threatens to come into the light.
—Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 13 Nov. 2025
Two years out, the consensus rises modestly to $69, and to $77 five years from now, levels many independents say are too low to justify new drilling.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 24 Sep. 2025
Much like traditional holiday countdowns, these calendars add daily excitement, encourage playful traditions, and give crafters of all skill levels a chance to get festive.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for levels
Noun
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With several new dramas in the offing, Motive has bolstered its ranks.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
23 Mar. 2026
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Makena Cook, an Orange Lutheran High junior quarterback who came through the ranks with the Conquer club team, made history in January as the first female athlete to receive a Power Four flag football scholarship offer from the University of Nebraska.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
23 Mar. 2026
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At the Fort Worth show, fans can expect a setlist that balances introspection with crowd-pleasing energy, delivered with the Neighbourhood’s signature dark-pop polish.—
Travis Pinson,
Dallas Morning News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Meanwhile, Sophie balances career highs and the thrill of becoming a mum, with raging hormones and fears of maternity leave and motherhood impacting her career.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Mar. 2026
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Niacinamide brightens the look of dark circles, while adenosine smooths the appearance of wrinkles over time.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
22 Mar. 2026
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Plus, blurs pores, smooths texture, and keeps your makeup intact for 12 hours.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Krispy Kreme aims to have franchisees generate nearly 50% of systemwide sales starting in fiscal 2027 through refranchising efforts, the report said.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Mar. 2026
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This approach, often referred to as manned-unmanned teaming, aims to increase operational effectiveness while reducing risk to personnel.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Greene downs it, throws the kid his jersey, smiles, and all is right with the world.—
Debby Wolfinsohn,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Feb. 2026
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But Sarah Graves gives a bit too much room and Penn downs a 3-pointeron the wing.—
Zoe Collins Rath,
Austin American Statesman,
30 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The latest filing demolishes the timeworn claim that DOGE was infiltrated into Social Security in order to responsibly ferret out fraud and overspending.—
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Jan. 2026
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If the city demolishes the building, the costs will be assessed to the property owner.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The prosecutor said that Abril, during the 911 call, instructed Patricia MacEgan to order law enforcement officials to back up from their positions and to move aerial drones that were monitoring Abril’s location.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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He's started to stabilize the leadership team, converting some center directors in acting positions to permanent roles, and has greenlit contracts and conference plans that had been on hold for months.—
Pien Huang,
NPR,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In a world that often equates growth with success, his model suggests another path.—
K. H. Koehler,
USA Today,
4 Mar. 2026
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While some might say that was a sign of progress, Roby equates it as to losing a dear friend.—
Rick Cantu,
Austin American Statesman,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Levels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/levels. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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