1
as in chief
highest in rank or authority
the supreme commander of the multinational force
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2
as in highest
coming before all others in importance
in our house, watching baseball reigns supreme as the activity of choice on summer evenings
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as in maximum
of the greatest or highest degree or quantity
considers a letter of gratitude from a former student the supreme reward for his years of teaching
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Recent Examples of supreme
Edward Berger’s Conclave, adapted from the novel by Robert Harris, showcases the gaudy ritual and ornate displays of Roman Catholicism, while also offering an intimate (albeit imagined) look at the backroom dealings and catty confrontations that go into the election of the supreme pontiff.
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Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 23 Apr. 2025
The Saudis have been urging the Iranian regime to strike a nuclear accord with the United States and even sent their defense minister to meet with Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the supreme leader of Iran, last month.
—Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 6 May 2025
Get the recipe 07 of 21 Pepperoni Pasta Salad
This pasta salad tastes like a supreme pizza in the best way possible.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2025
But the Liberals handled this with supreme competence.
—Daniel Block, The Atlantic, 29 Apr. 2025
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Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 23 Apr. 2025
The Saudis have been urging the Iranian regime to strike a nuclear accord with the United States and even sent their defense minister to meet with Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the supreme leader of Iran, last month.
—Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 6 May 2025
Get the recipe 07 of 21 Pepperoni Pasta Salad
This pasta salad tastes like a supreme pizza in the best way possible.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2025
But the Liberals handled this with supreme competence.
—Daniel Block, The Atlantic, 29 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for supreme
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Entertainment leader Universal Music Group appointed Matt Ellis as its new chief financial officer, effective June 9.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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When Arthur Blank expressed an interest in launching a Major League Soccer franchise in Atlanta, the Atlanta Falcons owner had a knowledgeable resource on his staff, vice president and chief marketing officer Jim Smith.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
20 May 2025
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The ultimate dream for any Argentine is to see Messi return to play in his home country and just imagine those two international companions facing off in a fearsome Rosario derby.—
Joseph O'Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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Several Amazon users even write about them acing the ultimate footwear test: Disney theme park trips.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
31 May 2025
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The Thunder will take a commanding 3-1 lead to their home court on Wednesday when the series shifts back to Oklahoma City.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
27 May 2025
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There were the three thrilling games for the Florida Panthers against the Carolina Hurricanes in this Eastern Conference final, too, so full of drama and nastiness and easy wins to take a commanding 3-0 lead.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
27 May 2025
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The golden flying snake bears two main color morphs — a green-yellow form sports bold black streaks and occasional reddish dorsal spots, and another form where the same base hues are overlaid with subtler crossbars.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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It was later expanded to include four main ventilation channels (and some 50,000 smaller shafts) serving seven levels, which could be closed off from the inside with a large rolling stone.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
31 May 2025
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His backtracking was not handled with utmost finesse, but this was the right outcome.—
Steve Bousquet,
Sun Sentinel,
17 May 2025
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Your relationship to yourself is also of the utmost importance, says Dr. Joseph.—
Jess Cording,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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Forbes Business Council is the foremost growth and networking organization for business owners and leaders.—
Mark Morgan,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Cruise emerged as Hollywood's foremost advocate for the theatrical experience during the COVID-19 pandemic, when theaters across the globe were staring down an uncertain future.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
22 May 2025
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There are two primary types of retail pharmacies: chain pharmacies, which are operated by larger companies, and independent pharmacies, which are often locally owned.—
Lucas Dufalla,
Arkansas Online,
24 May 2025
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David Hogg, a Democratic National Committee vice chairman, has elevated his national profile but risked his standing in the DNC for promising to primary older incumbents in Congress.—
Naomi Lim,
The Washington Examiner,
24 May 2025
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Filip Jorgensen has played most of the games, but Sanchez is the No 1 and has done pretty well in recent weeks.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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Perishable publications Many, if not most, published research papers have titles that defy comprehension.—
Scott Lafee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2025
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“Supreme.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supreme. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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