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as in chief
highest in rank or authority
the prime strategist in the senator's presidential campaign
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
owns a thousand acres of prime farmland
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as in bloom
a state or time of great activity, thriving, or achievement
in the prime of her life
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as in best
individuals carefully selected as being the best of a class
chose the prime of the litter of pups
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as in to ground
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Recent Examples of prime
Murat Ates, New York Times, 11 May 2026
In one of his last acts as Beaver County district attorney in 2023, David Lozier, who named Jeter as the prime and only suspect, said the evidence was not enough to make an arrest and appealed to the public for more information.
—Andy Sheehan, CBS News, 11 May 2026
Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
This season, a mere 20 comedies aired across all of broadcast prime, and development is in such a state that even CBS only plans on scheduling two sitcoms this fall.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 11 May 2026
ArsTechnica, 27 Apr. 2026
Research shows these early exposures prime the immune system to recognize outside invaders for life.
—Matt Fuchs, Scientific American, 15 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
Luongo was younger than Hellebuyck is, with more prime seasons ahead of him than behind him.
—Murat Ates, New York Times, 11 May 2026
In one of his last acts as Beaver County district attorney in 2023, David Lozier, who named Jeter as the prime and only suspect, said the evidence was not enough to make an arrest and appealed to the public for more information.
—Andy Sheehan, CBS News, 11 May 2026
Noun
But now, many of them are past their prime, becoming as old and gray as the generations that once frequented them.
—Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
This season, a mere 20 comedies aired across all of broadcast prime, and development is in such a state that even CBS only plans on scheduling two sitcoms this fall.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 11 May 2026
Verb
The list price of the crypto used to purchase those plots was roughly $54 million at the time, but that figure includes some cheaper plots that were given to Galaverse attendees to help prime the market.
—ArsTechnica, 27 Apr. 2026
Research shows these early exposures prime the immune system to recognize outside invaders for life.
—Matt Fuchs, Scientific American, 15 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prime
Adjective
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No note from the victim was recovered and officials determined the cause of death to be suicide based on their postmortem examination, said Sterling McLaren, chief medical examiner for the city and county of Denver.—
Mead Gruver,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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Ty Holmes, chief impact officer for Curriculum Associates, said the company continuously solicits feedback and tries to make changes to address complaints.—
Tyler Kingkade,
NBC news,
12 May 2026
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Christopher Sanchez has once again been excellent, and Jacob Misiorowski has often looked unhittable with over 14 strikeouts per nine innings.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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The excellent, nonprofit gallery and incubator known as PlatteForum has moved around a bit over the years, and will reopen in the Art District on Santa Fe starting June 5.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
14 May 2026
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From South India and Sri Lanka come emphatic roasts and stews, the pageantry of lamprais (a whole meal baked in banana leaf) and lacy hoppers, fermented rice flour pancakes with sides that slope upward as if in bloom.—
Ligaya Mishan,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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This turns gardenia, rose and similar blooms brown in a short period of time.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 May 2026
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Patrick Dempsey and Michael Imperioli don their red-carpet-best at the FOX Upfront Red Carpet on May 11 in New York City.—
People Staff,
PEOPLE,
13 May 2026
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Graham polled next-best with 43% favorability among Democrats and 22% among independents, and with 14% of Democrats and 25% of independents viewing him unfavorably.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
12 May 2026
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And Weaver ended the inning by getting Anthony Volpe to ground into a forceout, preserving the Mets’ two-run lead in improbable fashion.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
17 May 2026
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But at the center of it all is Navarrette, whose fearless turn grounds the film’s shocking premise in something both heartbreaking and haunting.—
Lexi Carson,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
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For a player who isn’t exactly known for his defensive acumen, Dorofeyev made several great defensive plays with his stick.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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Even in the United States, his student turned assistant Henry LeTang became the tap teacher to hundreds, from starlets needing tailoring to the great Gregory Hines.—
Brian Seibert,
New Yorker,
13 May 2026
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Gardenias require four to six hours of sun for optimal blooming.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026
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How to Care for Container Roses Roses need adequate sunlight, well-draining soil, consistent moisture, and regular fertilization to encourage growth and healthy annual blooming.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
11 May 2026
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While Season 1 was a delightful entry into this over-the-top world of the British elite, Season 2 has taken things up a notch with a tonally perfect and exceptional continuation of a truly scandalous series.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
15 May 2026
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In recent weeks, Pratt's campaign has gained momentum after receiving high-profile donations, including a contribution from Lakers owner Jeanie Buss, and earning support from Hollywood's elite.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
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