as in excellent
of the very best kind
I know a topping new pub in Southwark
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as in surpassing
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 topping
Zee Krstic, Good Housekeeping, 6 Dec. 2022
Start with this easy nachos recipe, then go to town with topping options such as cilantro, jalapeno peppers, sour cream, and salsa.
—Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Nov. 2022
Brianna Tobritzhofer, Health, 12 May 2026
The Labor Department said nonfarm payrolls increased by 115,000 last month , topping economists’ expectations for 55,000.
—Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 8 May 2026
Veronica Villafañe, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Against the backdrop of a cost-of-living crisis, spending cuts and growing anti-immigrant sentiment, the far-right National Rally (Rassemblement National) party has been topping recent opinion polls, while the centre-left and left have yet to galvanize support.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 19 May 2026
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Adjective
This Greek Yogurt Parfait comes with one of two topping options, granola or cookie crumbs.
—Zee Krstic, Good Housekeeping, 6 Dec. 2022
Start with this easy nachos recipe, then go to town with topping options such as cilantro, jalapeno peppers, sour cream, and salsa.
—Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Nov. 2022
Noun
Almonds are more commonly enjoyed as a snack or topping.
—Brianna Tobritzhofer, Health, 12 May 2026
The Labor Department said nonfarm payrolls increased by 115,000 last month , topping economists’ expectations for 55,000.
—Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 8 May 2026
Verb
How Part 1 Helped Bring Macondo To Life The first installment premiered in December 2024 and quickly became a success for Netflix, topping the charts in Colombia and landing in the platform's Global Top 10.
—Veronica Villafañe, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Against the backdrop of a cost-of-living crisis, spending cuts and growing anti-immigrant sentiment, the far-right National Rally (Rassemblement National) party has been topping recent opinion polls, while the centre-left and left have yet to galvanize support.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 19 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for topping
Adjective
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Christopher Sanchez has once again been excellent, and Jacob Misiorowski has often looked unhittable with over 14 strikeouts per nine innings.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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The excellent, nonprofit gallery and incubator known as PlatteForum has moved around a bit over the years, and will reopen in the Art District on Santa Fe starting June 5.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
14 May 2026
Noun
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Bachelor’s Button is an edible cornflower that makes for a beautiful beverage garnish or a flavorful floral addition.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 May 2026
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Kale is still used as a garnish, not an ingredient.—
Robert F. Moss,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
Verb
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As a result, the Drought Severity and Coverage Index has reached 206, its highest point since 2012, surpassing a summer-to-autumn drought in 2023, Gerard wrote.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
24 May 2026
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Vesia is now one of the veteran leaders in a Dodgers bullpen that set a franchise record Saturday with 36 consecutive scoreless innings, surpassing the mark of 33 set in 1998.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2026
Adjective
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The eye-catching color gives off instant vacation vibes, and looks great under a breezy white button-down or simply worn with the matching high-rise bottoms.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2026
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The young people who pick up popular science books at the library tend to be deeply curious and self-motivated—qualities that also characterize great researchers.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
Noun
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Give it a taste and adjust the seasonings if needed.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
19 May 2026
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For a simple preparation, lightly toast the chickpeas on the stovetop or in the oven with your favorite seasonings and a drizzle of olive oil, Pasquariello suggests.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
16 May 2026
Verb
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As the SpaceX deal surfaced, Cursor was also reported to be in negotiations to bring in a new $2 billion funding round at a valuation exceeding $50 billion.—
Rebecca Fannin,
CNBC,
19 May 2026
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Tarmac delays exceeding four hours on international flights increased to 77, up from 64 in 2024.—
Bruce Finley,
Denver Post,
19 May 2026
Adjective
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They’re brought to life by the superb voice turns of Will Sharpe and Stephanie Hsu in a chronicle of two young people weathering some of life’s harshest storms.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
22 May 2026
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But Old Trafford remains a superb football ground.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
Verb
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The performance from Alex Vesia, Kyle Hurt, Tanner Scott and Jonathan Hernández extended the bullpen’s scoreless streak to 36 consecutive innings, eclipsing the Dodgers’ previous record of 33 innings in 1998.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2026
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In just a matter of days, the CJP has garnered more than 20 million followers on Instagram—eclipsing those of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party and the Indian National Congress, India’s biggest political entities.—
Britannica Editors,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
23 May 2026
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