1
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
John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Aug. 2025
The cornerbacks sought redemption Saturday after having a rough time with top Lions wide receivers Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams, neither of whom played Saturday, over the two days of joint practices earlier in the week.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 16 Aug. 2025
Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 15 Aug. 2025
And just this year, housing affordability and homelessness prevention rose to the top of the legislative agenda in both chambers.
—Adriana Negron, Hartford Courant, 15 Aug. 2025
Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Aug. 2025
But in the heat of the summer, his power bills still top $400 a month.
—Scott Horsley, NPR, 16 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
McIntyre, a transfer from Escondido, is the top receiver.
—John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Aug. 2025
The cornerbacks sought redemption Saturday after having a rough time with top Lions wide receivers Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams, neither of whom played Saturday, over the two days of joint practices earlier in the week.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 16 Aug. 2025
Noun
If finding indoor shelter is not an option: Stay away from open fields, hill summits, or ridge tops.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 15 Aug. 2025
And just this year, housing affordability and homelessness prevention rose to the top of the legislative agenda in both chambers.
—Adriana Negron, Hartford Courant, 15 Aug. 2025
Verb
Remember, Bills-Giants last week nearly topped 60 points, and the Bears' tie with the Dolphins was also high-scoring.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Aug. 2025
But in the heat of the summer, his power bills still top $400 a month.
—Scott Horsley, NPR, 16 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for top
Adjective
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The part of the celebrations that most interests my home entertainment channel, though, is the launch on October 7 of the film’s new 4K Blu-ray edition.—
John Archer,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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This is a great cooler, but the size is just going to be overkill for most folks.—
Francesca Krempa,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Gang Green began the night with excellent field position, but it was wasted away after gaining just one first down.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
16 Aug. 2025
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In addition to a monthly newsletter covering retirement planning regulations, IRA advisers Ed Slott and Co. also offer an excellent monthly newsletter covering Social Security issues, written by Heather Schreiber.—
Elliot Raphaelson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The themes of hustling, disruption, digital production, and serving ideas with a twist to U.S. buyers to cut through in a competitive industry dominated by legacy studios keep coming up during a meeting with Renowned CEO Max Welch, president Duane Jones, and chief operating officer Tim Withers.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
12 Aug. 2025
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In an email, Leila Santillán, the nonprofit’s chief operating officer, said the improvement in scores citywide was largely driven by gains in Fort Worth ISD.—
Silas Allen,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Add two to three squares of toilet paper to the jar, then close the lid and shake the jar for about 15 seconds.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Aug. 2025
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Brows are an important part of eye makeup on mature lids.—
Erica Metzger,
Allure,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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After two years of coming close, St. Joseph Academy reached the pinnacle last season.—
Rick Hoff,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Aug. 2025
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The pinnacle of these new features are two new drive modes: RAD Tuner and Kick Turn.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes.com,
11 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Just like any other business, rental housing has to at least pay for itself, and if those costs exceed rent collections, like any other business, a housing project will be in trouble.—
Roger Valdez,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Already this summer, Carll has opened for Tyler Childers, Turnpike, and Robert Earl Keen, with crowds often exceeding 10,000.—
Josh Crutchmer,
Rolling Stone,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Self-help guru Mel Robbins has elbowed her way into the upper ranks, while a clutch of conspiratorial right-wing pundits like Megyn Kelly, Candace Owens and Tucker Carlson have amassed the audience and the clout to rival O.G. Ben Shapiro.—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Aug. 2025
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The result features a latticed midsole and seamless and adaptive upper that can deliver immersive airflow and second-skin comfort.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Still, sustainability remains of utmost importance to companies.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
11 Aug. 2025
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This transaction was handled with the utmost professionalism and friendliness.—
Ticked Off,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Aug. 2025
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“Top.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/top. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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