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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
Llewellyn King, Hartford Courant, 10 Mar. 2026
Installing a wood bathroom vanity or selecting porous stones that easily stain are a few prime examples.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 9 Mar. 2026
Luca Evans, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026
Defense primes in favor Analysts on Wall Street also remain bullish on defense primes such as Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman .
—Pia Singh, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026
Outside, 31 Jan. 2026
This form of compassion helps prime us to act out our compassionate concern for others.
—Arkansas Online, 28 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
Britain is a prime destination for work and for career opportunities for the Irish.
—Llewellyn King, Hartford Courant, 10 Mar. 2026
Installing a wood bathroom vanity or selecting porous stones that easily stain are a few prime examples.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 9 Mar. 2026
Noun
Njoku and Goedert are likely past their primes, and Okonkwo’s not a blocker.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026
Defense primes in favor Analysts on Wall Street also remain bullish on defense primes such as Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman .
—Pia Singh, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026
Verb
Even mountaineering training guidance includes step-up exercises to help prime the glutes and quads for intense uphill climbs with a load on your back.
—Outside, 31 Jan. 2026
This form of compassion helps prime us to act out our compassionate concern for others.
—Arkansas Online, 28 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prime
Adjective
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At the end of his 24-hour overtime shift, Mullen handed the reins to Battalion Chief Mario Garcia, recommending that the incoming chief scope out the fire perimeter.—
Alene Tchekmedyian,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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Nicole Kidman doesn’t tremble or get squeamish putting on the white lab coat of Kay Scarpetta, chief medical examiner at the heart of Patricia Cornwell's series of crime thriller novels, now adapted for a Prime Video show by Amazon MGM Studios and Blumhouse Television.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Their egg dishes are excellent, the burger is top-notch and the roasted chicken, which is cooked over an open fire in the kitchen, is superb.—
Lisa Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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The bralette-style cups on this dual-strap tankini top are an excellent fit for smaller chests, and the criss-crossing back is a fun touch.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
12 Mar. 2026
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The silky blooms come in muted pinks, greens, and creams, while a sturdy twig-vine base keeps the arrangement secure.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Mar. 2026
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At higher elevations, blooms are forecast to emerge from around April to June.—
Denise Chow,
NBC news,
8 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Nahshon Wright, Chicago Wright, 27, is a five-year veteran who made the Pro Bowl last season after having career bests in starts (16), interceptions (five, one returned for a touchdown), passes defended (11) and tackles (80).—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Mar. 2026
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Foegele, 29, had the best season of his career in his first year as a King, with personal bests in goals, assists, points and plus-minus rating.—
Andrew Knoll,
Daily News,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Magic potions get involved — not to mention a surfeit of whimsy — but the actor does his best to ground the cutesiness in something real.—
Tim Grierson,
Vulture,
7 Mar. 2026
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Kiel grounded out to third base before Sorrell slapped a single to right field, but was caught trying to steal second base.—
Tony Catalina,
Austin American Statesman,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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His pressure rate numbers are remarkable — even if his sack numbers aren’t — which is great news for a Panthers pass rush that was among the worst in the league last year.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Mar. 2026
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The advisory warns of possible tornadoes, hail greater than 2 inches in diameter, winds greater than 70 miles per hour and localized flash flooding for areas near and south of I-80.—
Madeline King,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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Forcing dormancy for eight to 10 weeks in a cool, dry location prior to blooming is also essential.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
14 Jan. 2026
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Fertilizer These plants benefit from a gentle houseplant fertilizer during active growth or blooming.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
7 Jan. 2026
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This may sound unlikely, but after Iran’s 12-day war with Israel last June, members of the Iranian elite openly wondered whether investing in nuclear infrastructure and regional proxies continued to make sense.—
Dennis Ross,
The Atlantic,
13 Mar. 2026
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Every year, another reminder that Tampa Bay had one player who belonged among the NFL’s elite.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2026
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