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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
Hunter Mulholland, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
The market is telling us the housing market is primed for some action, and RKT is in pole position for when the housing market wakes up.
—Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 11 Sep. 2025
Amanda Lee Myers, USA Today, 15 Oct. 2025
My Chef in Crime follows a forensic scientist-turned-chef who becomes the prime suspect in his rival chef’s mysterious death.
—Sara Merican, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2025
Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2025
German and French delegations packed new national pavilions, Polish and Dutch firms demoed loitering munitions and EW suites, and US primes like Lockheed Martin, RTX (Raytheon), and AeroVironment dominated the floor with NASAMS, HIMARS, and unmanned systems.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 8 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
Leading up to the offseason, with a weakened starting pitching class, Valdez is primed to be the headlining option in the winter, and Patrick McAvoy of Sports Illustrated thinks that the New York Mets are a prime landing spot.
—Hunter Mulholland, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
The market is telling us the housing market is primed for some action, and RKT is in pole position for when the housing market wakes up.
—Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 11 Sep. 2025
Noun
Prosecutors argued that Shockley killed Graham because the trooper was investigating him as the prime suspect in a case of leaving the scene of a fatal accident.
—Amanda Lee Myers, USA Today, 15 Oct. 2025
My Chef in Crime follows a forensic scientist-turned-chef who becomes the prime suspect in his rival chef’s mysterious death.
—Sara Merican, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2025
Verb
The Toronto Blue Jays won the series in four games to advance to the American League Championship Series, wasting yet another season of Aaron Judge’s prime, who had, by far, his best postseason.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2025
German and French delegations packed new national pavilions, Polish and Dutch firms demoed loitering munitions and EW suites, and US primes like Lockheed Martin, RTX (Raytheon), and AeroVironment dominated the floor with NASAMS, HIMARS, and unmanned systems.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 8 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prime
Adjective
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His death comes shortly after a report from the chief inspector of prisons highlighted a sharp rise in violence at HMP Wakefield, according to the BBC.—
Mitchell Peters,
Billboard,
12 Oct. 2025
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The Taliban government's chief spokesman, Zabihullah Mujahid, said Afghan forces have captured 25 Pakistani army posts, 58 soldiers have been killed, and 30 others wounded.—
NPR,
NPR,
12 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Sims said Kaiser offers competitive pay and excellent health benefits, and is already reducing internal costs to make its latest wage offer to the Alliance of Health Care Unions — of which UNAC/UCHP is a member.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
11 Oct. 2025
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Alabama’s Ty Simpson was excellent, finishing 23-for-31 for 200 yards and three touchdowns through the air.—
Maddie Hartley,
Kansas City Star,
11 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Over club sandwiches and some very good margaritas, Mikkelsen described Anza-Borrego as an under-the-radar oasis that’s known among devotees for its wildflower blooms and hiking trails, as well as its golden eagles and herds of bighorn sheep.—
Rosecrans Baldwin,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Oct. 2025
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Spring-flowering bulbs require a long period of cool temps to process a chemical reaction inside of the plant to produce the blooms.—
Chris McKeown,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
11 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Long stretches of The Paseo, Broadway Boulevard and Ward Parkway will close as racers aim to set personal bests, so plan accordingly.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
15 Oct. 2025
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This was baseball at its October best.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
Verb
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As Jeff and Arj stumble through each other’s lives, the timepieces highlight who’s in control, who’s grounded, and who’s scrambling.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
17 Oct. 2025
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While his stock is rocketing around the world, the skateboarding sensation remains humble, grounded by those who know him best.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
17 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Given these complex three-way dynamics, Delhi will likely continue to upgrade ties to the Taliban regime, and support its efforts to gain greater independence from Pakistani influence.—
Happymon Jacob,
Time,
16 Oct. 2025
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Reese had some great tunes for her Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show debut.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In Möbius strip fashion, Gein grows obsessed with crime — and the toxic blooming of his obsession into murder goes on to enthrall the world.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
30 Sep. 2025
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Division also promotes heavier blooming.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
29 Sep. 2025
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The elite receiving tandem of Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins gives a lot of teams fits.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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From his latest romance with pop powerhouse Katy Perry to his friendly ties to Hollywood stars and the global elite, Canada’s former prime minister's political star power seems to be more alive than ever.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez,
FOXNews.com,
16 Oct. 2025
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“Prime.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prime. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.
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