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
Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Anyone who has questions about blood sugar levels should have a discussion with a doctor about tests to assess risk.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Getting moisture levels just right gets easier with practice.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Jan. 2026
The plan for the new DSM will allow doctors to give people diagnoses at varying levels of specificity.
—Allison Parshall, Scientific American, 28 Jan. 2026
Higher automation levels can also shorten timelines and limit on-site risks.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 28 Jan. 2026
These odors are often exacerbated by high moisture levels from the sinks, showers, tubs, not to mention what gets flushed down our drains.
—Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 22 Jan. 2026
Coolant levels and hoses should also be inspected.
—Nakell Williams, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
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
Hormone levels showed to be largely stable across the reproductive cycle, aside from a brief testosterone peak early on.
—Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Anyone who has questions about blood sugar levels should have a discussion with a doctor about tests to assess risk.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Getting moisture levels just right gets easier with practice.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Jan. 2026
The plan for the new DSM will allow doctors to give people diagnoses at varying levels of specificity.
—Allison Parshall, Scientific American, 28 Jan. 2026
Higher automation levels can also shorten timelines and limit on-site risks.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 28 Jan. 2026
These odors are often exacerbated by high moisture levels from the sinks, showers, tubs, not to mention what gets flushed down our drains.
—Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 22 Jan. 2026
Coolant levels and hoses should also be inspected.
—Nakell Williams, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
Verb
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
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The following week, Pitt will return home to host North Carolina and former Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, who will be entering his second season in the college ranks.—
Mike Darnay,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Several moderate Democrats broke ranks with their colleagues to pass a stopgap spending bill and end a government shutdown late last year.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
26 Jan. 2026
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Inside, the Hummer EV balances rugged design with high-end tech.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
23 Jan. 2026
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Derek adds Capri balances the sweetness of the name Everley.—
Brianne Tracy,
PEOPLE,
21 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Protease, a gentle enzyme, smooths texture and helps strengthen the moisture barrier so skin stays bouncier, less reactive, and better hydrated.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
23 Jan. 2026
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That’s thanks to glycolic acid, which smooths the hair cuticle to reduce frizz, plus hydrating hyaluronic acid suspended in a nourishing yet lightweight oil base.—
Jacqueline Kilikita,
Refinery29,
22 Jan. 2026
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Der Pavilion aims to become a cultural pillar in the Engadin mountain region, serving as an enduring event throughout the ski season and beyond, Pace told WWD.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
28 Jan. 2026
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The country aims to scale up the proportion of SAF to between 7% and 10% by 2035.—
Angelica Ang,
Fortune,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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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
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In between questions about Nineties cultural touchstones like Friends, Space Jam, Beavis and Butthead, the Spice Girls, and Sir-Mix-A-Lot — during which Kravitz racks up a lot of points and Butler downs a lot of shots — the pair also discusses working on Caught Stealing.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
20 Aug. 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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Some colleagues left their jobs, but others navigated the situation and rose into more powerful positions.—
Chris Lipp,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Quarterback coach, offensive passing game coordinator, linebackers coach, defensive line coach and other defensive staff positions are all unfilled.—
Zack Rosenblatt,
New York Times,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In a world that equates modernization with survival, looking backward can feel counterproductive.—
Paula de la Cruz,
Forbes.com,
31 Dec. 2025
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Without institutional support, parents are left with a narrative of drudgery—one that equates children with the loss of time, money, and opportunity.—
Lauren Hilgers,
Harpers Magazine,
30 Dec. 2025
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“Levels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/levels. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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