as in chief
highest in rank or authority
the supereminent authority in the field of Shakespearean scholarship
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for supereminent
Adjective
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Those changes will likely start with a new chief soccer officer.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
8 Sep. 2025 -
Zubeck most recently served as chief financial officer of Mesa Airlines and prior to that in multiple executive roles at Alaska Airlines.—
Pioneer Press,
Twin Cities,
7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Forbes Business Council is the foremost growth and networking organization for business owners and leaders.—
Agni Ghosh,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Now, one of the family’s foremost talents has struck out on her own, pioneering a new roster of wines that reflect her own passions and interests.—
Mark Ellwood,
Robb Report,
2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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For more gorgeous pieces from the MacKenzie-Childs sale, check out our top picks below with everything from shimmery vanity trays to vibrant kitchenware, floral rugs, patterned furniture, and wall decor.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
7 Sep. 2025
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Many left-wing media outlets have touted her as a top presidential contender.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Tatis is a supreme defender in right field, but with center fielder Jackson Merrill still in the throes of a sophomore slump, Tatis’ offensive form — or lack thereof — will largely determine the team’s trajectory.—
The Athletic MLB Staff,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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The trains are also said to boast conference rooms, bedrooms, and satellite phone connections to keep the supreme leader connected to Pyongyang.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Meghan is more commanding and confident this time around—her preppy-chic wardrobe and carefully curated soundtrack add polish, while the guest lineup gives the show depth and warmth.—
Sophia A. Nelson,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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The New York Yankees once had a commanding lead in the American League East.—
Aaliyan Mohammed,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The brand is expected to introduce four new smartphones, including the first ever iPhone to come with the Air branding.—
James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
4 Sep. 2025
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The last time a club from the nation featured in the competition was in 1991-92, when Dundalk lost to our old friends Budapest Honved in the first round.—
Will Jeanes,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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From lead pipes to crumbling foundations, students and teachers across the country are being put in harm's way.—
Erica Mosca,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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Rose Liu had a lead role in Bottoms, Emma Seligman’s high school comedy.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Second quarter 2025 billings registered a 3% quarter-over-quarter expansion supported by the leading-edge logic, advanced high bandwidth memory (HBM) related DRAM applications, as well as increase in shipments to Asia.—
Thomas Coughlin,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Someone else Johansson would love to see on SNL this season is her Eleanor the Great leading lady.—
Jillian Sederholm,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Supereminent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supereminent. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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