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
Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 11 Mar. 2026
Plus, the crispy ham topping lends such lovely textural contrast and extra umami.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Mar. 2026
Ezgi Canpolat, The Conversation, 27 Mar. 2026
In terms of maximum vertical leap, Jackucionis ranked 30th at 35 inches (with Powell topping those rankings at 43 inches).
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 27 Mar. 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
Dessert Tortillas Crisp up tortillas, then, rather than a savory topping, go with chocolate chips and mini marshmallows.
—Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 11 Mar. 2026
Plus, the crispy ham topping lends such lovely textural contrast and extra umami.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Mar. 2026
Verb
Oil prices have climbed, briefly topping US$119 a barrel.
—Ezgi Canpolat, The Conversation, 27 Mar. 2026
In terms of maximum vertical leap, Jackucionis ranked 30th at 35 inches (with Powell topping those rankings at 43 inches).
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for topping
Adjective
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The Horned Frogs had a mix of air raid and veer-and-shoot principles under Briles, but are expected to move more to a pro-style scheme under Sammis, who had excellent success with that style of offense at UConn.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 Mar. 2026
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In the pre-show rooms, both real-life actors seen were excellent at interacting with real-life visitors and prerecorded monotone movie stars.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Can a debt collector garnish your wages after 7 years?—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
23 Mar. 2026
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Guests can also enjoy brunch cocktails including a citrus rhubarb mimosa, bloody mary with shrimp cocktail garnish, and tequila sour.—
Imelda García,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
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More than 3,100 rallies are expected nationwide, surpassing the totals of previous No Kings rallies.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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Goodreau set a Division III single-season record with her 18th power-play goal, surpassing the mark set by Elmira’s Cassidy Delainey in 2015.—
John Shipley,
Twin Cities,
28 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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But simply naming the great fear and sharing it with the millions of watchers in living rooms and hotels and airport lobbies was a trial almost too painful to contemplate.—
Vinson Cunningham,
New Yorker,
1 Apr. 2026
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No substitutions for prize except by Sponsor, in which case a prize of equal or greater value will be substituted.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Sprinkle the seasoning into the McShaker bag, add fries, and shake for a bold taste true to South Korean flavors.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
31 Mar. 2026
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Produce, baked goods, seasonings and more.—
Evan Moore
March 30,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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An earlier December lawsuit had been dismissed by the judge, who said the organization did not sufficiently prove the president was exceeding his powers.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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The market capitalization of a company like Apple in December 2023 reached $3 trillion, exceeding the combined GDP of at least 140 countries.—
Sven van Mourik,
The Dial,
31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Looking at art is just as valid right now, so anything from visiting a sculpture gallery to watching a passion-project film would be a superb way to spend today.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
26 Mar. 2026
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So a first question, after this signature collaboration between Rodríguez, Cobos and Corral, is how many others in Spain’s superb youngish cadre of film and TV creators – Sorogoyen, Ruiz de Azúa, the Javis and Laxe, to name just a few – may end up working with Corral.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The shutdown of Homeland Security will reach 44 days on Sunday, eclipsing the record 43-day shutdown last fall that affected all of the federal government.—
Kevin Freking,
Fortune,
28 Mar. 2026
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Gas prices are eclipsing $6 per gallon for regular unleaded at some local stations.—
Connor Letourneau,
San Francisco Chronicle,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Topping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topping. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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