1
as in greatest
coming before all others in importance
the preeminent reason for the booming economy
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2
as in chief
highest in rank or authority
the preeminent golfer of his generation
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as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement
a meeting of preeminent scientists from around the world
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Recent Examples of preeminent
One of China’s preeminent engineering influencers is at it again.
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Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 15 Apr. 2026
For a guy who played 55 games at one of the preeminent football schools in the country, Delp might be a little bit under the public radar.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 14 Apr. 2026
Audacious plans produced growth that transformed Dubai into one the world’s preeminent global cities.
—Mina Al-Oraibi, Time, 14 Apr. 2026
As one of the world’s preeminent art museums, the Prado hosts rotating exhibitions that always draw acclaim.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026
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Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 15 Apr. 2026
For a guy who played 55 games at one of the preeminent football schools in the country, Delp might be a little bit under the public radar.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 14 Apr. 2026
Audacious plans produced growth that transformed Dubai into one the world’s preeminent global cities.
—Mina Al-Oraibi, Time, 14 Apr. 2026
As one of the world’s preeminent art museums, the Prado hosts rotating exhibitions that always draw acclaim.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for preeminent
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Also in attendance were NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang, Advanced Micro Devices CEO Lisa Su, Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff, and Ruth Porat, president and chief investment officer of Google.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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Beauty as chief financial officer at just 35, Mandy Fields knows a little something about defying limits.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
28 Apr. 2026
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Alvarez is, once again, having an outstanding season.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
11 May 2026
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Goalkeeper Casey Murphy was outstanding for the Legacy.—
Boston Herald staff,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2026
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One of the book’s main themes is that trauma and damage, like red hair or skill with animals, can be handed down from one generation to the next.—
Chris Hewitt,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2026
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Two smaller structures rise to six floors each, alongside the 20-story main tower.—
Adam Williams
May 09,
New Atlas,
9 May 2026
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That nickname cemented itself in the 1990s, when the team became one of baseball’s foremost powers, winning the division title year after year, reaching the World Series five times and winning in 1995, and producing five Hall of Fame players.—
Andrew Kirell,
CNN Money,
6 May 2026
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His melding of blues, country, and gospel music placed him among the foremost pioneers of rockabilly and ultimately defined the genre of rock and roll.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
1 May 2026
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Over time, his work has earned distinguished recognitions from professional organizations and legal associations.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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As the years pass, the distinguished plant bears witness to the private lives of those who seek shade under its boundless branches.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
8 May 2026
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Senior midfielder Meghan O’Donnell, who scored her eighth goal of the season during Libertyville’s 3-2 win over Waubonsie Valley on Thursday, said Chung is a commanding presence.—
Bobby Narang,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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Few materials feel so commanding and permanent as concrete.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
29 Apr. 2026
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The typically nine-person panel of global filmmakers, actors, and artists is tasked with reviewing around 20 films before deciding the competition’s winners and awarding the prestigious Palme d’Or to one lucky film.—
Savannah Walsh,
Vanity Fair,
8 May 2026
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On Monday, columnist Gustavo Arellano was a finalist for the prestigious Pulitzer Prize for his opinion writing.—
Carlos De Loera,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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Opponents hope to block the map from taking effect before congressional primary elections in August.—
Terry Collins,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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The primary election will be June 30.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
8 May 2026
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“Preeminent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preeminent. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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