as in surpassed
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 topped
This one is infused with marrow and topped with radish, plus more onion, cilantro and salsa on those beautiful blue corn tortillas.
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Louisa Kung Liu Chu, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
International benchmark Brent Crude topped $112 a barrel Tuesday with no clear indication of an imminent resolution to the war that has severely constrained shipping traffic through the strait.
—CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
Zak Bennett | Bloomberg | Getty Images Coca-Cola on Tuesday reported quarterly earnings and revenue that topped analysts' expectations, fueled by higher demand for its beverages.
—Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
Just off the lobby, Feuillage is the spot for teas, coffees and jewel-like cakes, from macarons filled with fresh raspberries and cream, to lemon tarts topped with a shimmer of gold leaf.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Apr. 2026
With the rest of the core stage’s arrival, NASA will soon bring the rest of the pieces needed to stack the rocket topped once again by the Orion spacecraft.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026
This bright and fresh lemony cocktail topped with rosemary is the perfect blend of gin, lemon juice, and bubbles.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
The piece is also topped by a jeweled medallion, adding to the sense of theatricality that often defines the studio’s late 19th-century commissions.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Ben Steeves, a 23-year-old left-handed forward, topped the Checkers in goals (23) and points (45).
—Steve Lyttle, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
Louisa Kung Liu Chu, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
International benchmark Brent Crude topped $112 a barrel Tuesday with no clear indication of an imminent resolution to the war that has severely constrained shipping traffic through the strait.
—CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
Zak Bennett | Bloomberg | Getty Images Coca-Cola on Tuesday reported quarterly earnings and revenue that topped analysts' expectations, fueled by higher demand for its beverages.
—Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
Just off the lobby, Feuillage is the spot for teas, coffees and jewel-like cakes, from macarons filled with fresh raspberries and cream, to lemon tarts topped with a shimmer of gold leaf.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Apr. 2026
With the rest of the core stage’s arrival, NASA will soon bring the rest of the pieces needed to stack the rocket topped once again by the Orion spacecraft.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026
This bright and fresh lemony cocktail topped with rosemary is the perfect blend of gin, lemon juice, and bubbles.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
The piece is also topped by a jeweled medallion, adding to the sense of theatricality that often defines the studio’s late 19th-century commissions.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Ben Steeves, a 23-year-old left-handed forward, topped the Checkers in goals (23) and points (45).
—Steve Lyttle, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for topped
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The film surpassed $400 million at the global box office, and a sequel that is based on the author’s follow-up book The Housemaid’s Secret is set for release in 2027.—
Ryan Gajewski,
HollywoodReporter,
7 May 2026
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Addie Hajj surpassed 100 career goals, helping to fuel North Reading during a 17-8 Cape Ann League victory over Essex Tech.—
Tyler McManus,
Boston Herald,
7 May 2026
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Hagan’s memo identified money that exceeded the tax’s projections, reallocated sports complex dollars or unallocated tax funds as potentially viable for the Rays.—
Nicolas Villamil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 May 2026
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The discoveries have exceeded expectations, and archaeologists believe additional caves will be uncovered.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
3 May 2026
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At its zenith, sky-gazers can expect to see as many as 50 meteors an hour under optimal conditions, although NASA warns that fainter meteors may be eclipsed by bright moonlight this year.—
Adam Kovac,
Scientific American,
3 May 2026
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Jackson LaCombe’s assist on Gauthier’s goal moved him back into a tie for the NHL’s playoff points lead with nine, though he was soon eclipsed when Leon Draisaitl’s assist on a late academic goal pushed the German star’s total to 10.—
Andrew Knoll,
Oc Register,
1 May 2026
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“Topped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topped. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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