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
Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 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
Yun Li, CNBC, 15 May 2026
The Broad marked a major construction milestone with a topping-out ceremony celebrating the placement of the final steel beam for the museum’s expansion project in downtown Los Angeles.
—City News Service, Daily News, 14 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
Including basic dishes with toppings that can be switched out is also a good idea.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 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
Baupost’s Amazon stake was valued at roughly $650 million at the end of the quarter, topping longtime holdings including Restaurant Brands , Wesco International and Union Pacific .
—Yun Li, CNBC, 15 May 2026
The Broad marked a major construction milestone with a topping-out ceremony celebrating the placement of the final steel beam for the museum’s expansion project in downtown Los Angeles.
—City News Service, Daily News, 14 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for topping
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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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Marner leads this postseason with 18 points, surpassing his previous career high of 14.—
Jesse Granger,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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Spain clinches top spot for LGBTIA protections For the first time in a decade, Malta lost its spot atop the rankings, with Spain surpassing the archipelago under the leadership of leftist prime minister, Pedro Sánchez.—
Drew Pittock,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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For a player who isn’t exactly known for his defensive acumen, Dorofeyev made several great defensive plays with his stick.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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Even in the United States, his student turned assistant Henry LeTang became the tap teacher to hundreds, from starlets needing tailoring to the great Gregory Hines.—
Brian Seibert,
New Yorker,
13 May 2026
Noun
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Per the alert, headcheese is a ready-to-eat pork deli meat product made of meat and seasonings in a loaf or jelly-style product.—
Chiara Kim,
PEOPLE,
11 May 2026
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Preempt those pleas with ALDI’s Stonemill line of seasoning spice mixes.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
11 May 2026
Verb
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The car-sized rover has been exploring Mars' Gale Crater since 2012, far exceeding its two-year mission plan.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
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Hiring slowed in April but remained solid, exceeding economists’ expectations, federal government data last week showed.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
12 May 2026
Adjective
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Jared Harris is superb as Soviet nuclear scientist Valery Legasov, who helps convince apparatchik Boris Shcherbina (Stellan Skarsgard) that the situation is sufficiently grave that it can’t be covered up.—
David Faris,
TheWeek,
14 May 2026
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This is why your ability to get things done, especially by working with others or in conjunction with groups, is superb.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
14 May 2026
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The siblings would, of course, go on to become pop superstars in their own rights in the decades to come, eclipsing the fame of all their brothers and sisters.—
John Russell,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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Late in the season, Schaefer set NHL records for goals and points by an 18-year-old defenseman, eclipsing Phil Housley in both categories.—
Peter Baugh,
New York Times,
14 May 2026
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“Topping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topping. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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