ULTIMATES Synonyms: 18 Similar and Opposite Words

ultimates

noun

plural of ultimate

as in quintessences

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Noun

Both campaigns are also getting crucial assists in targeting Latino voters from independent expenditure groups, which aren’t bound by the same contribution limits as campaigns are.

— Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 2 Oct. 2026
The European Union’s second-largest economy has repeatedly broken the bloc’s rules on budget deficits and debt limits.

— Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2026

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Noun

But for the second straight week, Kelce had game-bests in receptions and receiving yards as the Chiefs beat the Colts 33-30 in overtime Sunday night at Arrowhead Stadium.

— Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 21 Sep. 2026
Benton had career bests in tackles (51), tackles for loss (6) and sacks (5 1/2) while helping the Steelers to the AFC North title.

— CBS News, CBS News, 15 Aug. 2026

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The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is expected to release more key information in mid-to-late September on how the subsidy expiration will affect premiums, out-of-pocket maximums and cost-sharing.

— Michelle Marchante September 15, Miami Herald, 15 Sep. 2026
New borrowers face new annual and lifetime maximums, lower loan amounts for part-time enrollment, and potentially new limits universities impose on specific programs, writes Emily Green.

— Leah Olajide, Freep.com, 6 Sep. 2026

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