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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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as in excellence
exceptionally high quality
made no claims regarding the primeness of that piece of farmland
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Recent Examples of prime
Katie Bain, Billboard, 18 Apr. 2025
The omakase experience was also dinner with a view — and live entertainment — due to the Red Bull Mirage’s prime location directly across from Quasar Stage.
—Skyler Caruso, People.com, 15 Apr. 2025
PC Magazine, 8 Apr. 2025
Scotty Bowman in his prime couldn’t have rescued this group from the abyss of not giving a crap after their own GM decided to break things up 20 games in.
—Arthur Staple, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
Now, the market appears to be primed for another tech rally Monday when trading resumes, with Apple expected to lead the way because the iPhones made in China remain the company’s biggest moneymaker.
—Mae Anderson and Michael Liedtke, Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
This track probably won’t be the most floor-filling moment at one of Bicep’s coveted Chroma shows, but instead is prime material for the more pensive moments at the party.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 18 Apr. 2025
The omakase experience was also dinner with a view — and live entertainment — due to the Red Bull Mirage’s prime location directly across from Quasar Stage.
—Skyler Caruso, People.com, 15 Apr. 2025
Noun
The lens has a moderately wide angle of view (about the same as a 35mm full-frame prime) and two manual focus zones, one for close-up with an 11.8-inch (0.3m) focal distance and a second for subjects further away from the camera.
—PC Magazine, 8 Apr. 2025
Scotty Bowman in his prime couldn’t have rescued this group from the abyss of not giving a crap after their own GM decided to break things up 20 games in.
—Arthur Staple, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
Verb
Styling should start immediately after the shower while your strands are still damp, primed to absorb product and lock in moisture.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
Now, the market appears to be primed for another tech rally Monday when trading resumes, with Apple expected to lead the way because the iPhones made in China remain the company’s biggest moneymaker.
—Mae Anderson and Michael Liedtke, Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prime
Adjective
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Faced with potential federal spending cuts that threaten health coverage and falling childhood vaccination rates, Monica Soni, the chief medical officer of Covered California, has a lot on her plate — and on her mind.—
Bernard J. Wolfson,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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Tom Buckingham, chief growth officer at Nassau Financial Group and retirement planner, told Newsweek that this is for a number of reasons.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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He’s been excellent in dealing with traffic, as the Golden Knights put more bodies in front of him on Tuesday than pretty much the first four games.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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At a minimum, professionals are looking for dependable inventory, top-quality and professional-grade equipment, effortless trade-ins, excellent customer service and reliable and fast repairs.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
30 Apr. 2025
Verb
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So, what keeps this young group grounded as the pressure mounts?—
Sindiswa Mabunda,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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This highly professional and grounded attitude is hardly surprising given Williams' extensive experience in the U.S. military and many, many hours logged in space.—
Sean Mowbray,
Discover Magazine,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This is a great UFC Fight Night that will not disappoint; make sure to tune in and catch all the action.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Apr. 2025
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Cancer, a disease that doesn’t discriminate and spares no one from its reach, has long been one of humanity’s greatest adversaries.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
Verb
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For those looking to scale, focus on building a solid client base, continually reinvest in quality leads, and consider eventually expanding by hiring or mentoring other agents to grow your business.—
David Price,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Kelsea Ballerini’s team was mentored by Sheryl Crow, while Adam Levine’s artists were guided by LeAnn Rimes.—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Forbes Business Council is the foremost growth and networking organization for business owners and leaders.—
Naeem Ghauri,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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This return to immigration law-and-order was the foremost promise of his 2024 campaign.—
Mohammed Soliman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Gustavsson was terrific, stopping 23 of 25 shots to give the Wild a chance.—
Joe Smith,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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Possible wildcard: Lea Salonga, Peters’ castmate in the Sondheim revue, turns in a terrific Everything’s Coming Up Roses.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
30 Apr. 2025
Verb
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After Murray drilled a three-pointer and assisted Aaron Gordon on a three-pointer for a 17-point Nuggets lead, Lue called a timeout with 2:35 left in the game and removed his starters.—
Broderick Turner,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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In these four lopsided games, the Cavs drilled 77 three-pointers.—
Shane Young,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Prime.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prime. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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