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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
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
23 June 2026
Up next is Ghana, which might be a bit off its prime years from 10-20 years ago but did get a win in its opening match.
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Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
Carlos Aguilar,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 June 2026
Naturally, all eyes will be on Messi, even if the Argentinian is not remotely close to his prime.
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Ben Church,
CNN Money,
16 June 2026
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
3 May 2026
Resistance training appears to prime a stronger growth hormone pulse at night, stacking your daytime workout with overnight repair.
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Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
With its Electron rocket and Pioneer spacecraft both vertically integrated into Rocket Lab's manufacturing processes, this Victus Haze launch marks the first TacRS mission to be carried out by a single prime contractor, providing the spacecraft, launch vehicle and on-orbit operations.
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Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
23 June 2026
Up next is Ghana, which might be a bit off its prime years from 10-20 years ago but did get a win in its opening match.
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Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
Noun
Rent it on Amazon Prime Video Soon after East Timor gains independence in 2002, a Korean soccer player past his prime (Park Hee-soon) arrives in the nascent nation seeking a new start.
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Carlos Aguilar,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 June 2026
Naturally, all eyes will be on Messi, even if the Argentinian is not remotely close to his prime.
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Ben Church,
CNN Money,
16 June 2026
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Bill Sheldrake, of Policy Analytics, noted the RDA gave the LDE $5 million in seed money to prime the pump for grants.
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Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
3 May 2026
Resistance training appears to prime a stronger growth hormone pulse at night, stacking your daytime workout with overnight repair.
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Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prime
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He's partnered with Ridge (the maker of high-tech wallets, power banks and phone cases), serving as its chief creative partner and releasing a brand collection of chargers, suitcases and keychains.
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Former South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) investigator Ryan Kelly was fired from his position as chief inspector for the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office on June 8, the agency confirmed to Fox News Digital.
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Turkey evened it in the 10th minute with an excellent two-man game from Baris Alper Yilmaz and Güler, the 21-year-old Real Madrid rising star.
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The nearby town of Dolores makes an excellent home base.
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The recent algae bloom in the National Mall's Reflecting Pool highlights a common issue with these diverse, photosynthetic organisms.
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Many varieties thrive in the South, offering blooms in spring or summer heat.
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The most productive game of his career came in the Chiefs’ Super Bowl loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, with personal bests of 157 yards and two touchdowns on eight receptions.
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In all, Enhanced said there were 14 personal bests set by 12 athletes, all of them swimmers and weightlifters.
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Montgomery then grounded into a fielder’s choice, with Acuña scoring to tie it at 1.
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Trying to protect a one-run lead, Gregory Soto (4-2) let the first two Reds batters reach safely in the ninth before getting Sal Stewart to ground into a double play.
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This decision was made with the best interests of our students and families as the foremost priority, ensuring that Chartiers Valley students continue to receive safe, reliable, and consistent transportation to and from school.
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Kuperwasser, who served in the Israeli military for 35 years, believes that Hezbollah’s foremost goal is to return to the south along with the civilian population, a possibility repeatedly ruled out by Israel’s high command.
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Sneakers are always calling my name (a great travel companion).
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Having spent more than 30 years in the makeup industry, founder and makeup artist Jung Saem Mool knows great makeup starts long before foundation enters the picture.
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These gorgeous hydrangeas feature robust stems, frequent blooming, and enduring flowers superior to other varieties.
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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.
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“Prime.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prime. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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