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as in highest
being at a point or level higher than all others
an office in the top story of the building the top student in our graduating class
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as in most
of the greatest or highest degree or quantity
your safety is our top priority
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
he's one of the tennis club's top players
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as in chief
highest in rank or authority
nearly all of the top officials in the state's department of corrections resigned after the scandal
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as in pinnacle
the highest part or point
a hawk's nest at the very top of the tree
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as in to exceed
to be greater, better, or stronger than
the next contender's javelin throw topped the reigning champion's and set a new world record
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Recent Examples of top
Kerri Corrado, CBS News, 3 June 2026
Moreover, the turmoil has become a top news story in itself, with competing narratives flying — none of them flattering to CBS News.
—ABC News, 3 June 2026
Eden Stuart, Allure, 29 May 2026
On top of that, the company reported better-than-expected fiscal first-quarter earnings thanks to demand for its artificial intelligence tools, such as Cortex Code, or CoCo.
—Fred Imbert, CNBC, 29 May 2026
Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 28 May 2026
The latest Ferrari hypercar, just unveiled in 2024, represents a sea change versus its range-topping predecessors.
—Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 28 May 2026
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Adjective
With the weather getting nicer and the Fourth of July right around the corner, summer safety is a top priority at the Jersey Shore.
—Kerri Corrado, CBS News, 3 June 2026
Moreover, the turmoil has become a top news story in itself, with competing narratives flying — none of them flattering to CBS News.
—ABC News, 3 June 2026
Noun
Ready to head into shorts-and-tank-top season with your silkiest skin yet?
—Eden Stuart, Allure, 29 May 2026
On top of that, the company reported better-than-expected fiscal first-quarter earnings thanks to demand for its artificial intelligence tools, such as Cortex Code, or CoCo.
—Fred Imbert, CNBC, 29 May 2026
Verb
Each one is topped with salsa and avocado, which together add bright creaminess.
—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 28 May 2026
The latest Ferrari hypercar, just unveiled in 2024, represents a sea change versus its range-topping predecessors.
—Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 28 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for top
Adjective
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The controversy surrounding Ganesha revolves around most of the players taking online classes outside of the Pomona area and being part of Sandler’s club program.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
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The facility will run around the clock, with most workers on four 10-hour shifts, with three days off.—
Aldo Svaldi,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
Adjective
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Seb Stafford-Bloor’s excellent Transfer Tiers series is moving on to central defenders today.—
Phil Hay,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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The right-shot defenseman has had an excellent tournament for Finland, who advanced to the semifinals with a win over Czechia.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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California State Controller primary election results The California State Controller is the state's chief accountant, maintaining the state's financial condition and conducting audits on state funds.—
Noe Padilla,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
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As an independent business, FedEx Freight is the LTL market leader in annual revenue, surpassing chief rivals including Old Dominion Freight Line (ODFL), Estes Express Lines and XPO.—
Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
2 June 2026
Noun
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Brith had shut her eyes, finding that the sparks were still living on the inside of the lids, vivid in their dangerous dark.—
Maggie O’Farrell,
Literary Hub,
2 June 2026
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These models have soft-close hinges and quick-release lids for ease of cleaning.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
2 June 2026
Noun
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This spring, Munetaka Murakami, Tatsuya Imai, and Kazuma Okamoto all left the island nation and headed for the pinnacle of baseball competition.—
Dan Freedman,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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The second time, the Devil takes him to the top of the pinnacle of the Temple in Jerusalem and invites him to throw himself off of it, since God will surely send angels to catch him.—
Isaac Butler,
New Yorker,
30 May 2026
Verb
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Additive manufacturing material consumption in the energy sector is expected to exceed USD 800 million by 2034, and nuclear is the fastest-growing segment, according to MPW.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
30 May 2026
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According to the Worldpay report, consumer openness drops sharply as purchase values rise, especially once transactions exceed even $1,000, and that skepticism is understandably justified.—
Jacques Ledbetter,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
Adjective
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At times, his lower half was opening too quickly, throwing off the way his legs worked with his upper half.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2026
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Accessibility Built recently enough to meet modern standards, Wymara includes step-free access to the lobby, restaurants, and pool area, with lifts to upper floors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Each count carries a maximum sentence of life in prison and a $10-million fine.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2026
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These can be booked as individual rooms or entire units for large groups or those who want maximum privacy.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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“Top.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/top. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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