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as in farthest
most distant from a center
supreme power that extended to the utmost points of the empire
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as in maximum
of the greatest or highest degree or quantity
she is a successful leader who deserves the utmost respect
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Recent Examples of utmost
Allison Anna Tait, The Conversation, 4 Nov. 2025
Observing the planet through a telescope with an aperture of 4 inches or more under dark sky conditions will reveal the moon-like phases of the distant world, though utmost care must be taken to ensure that the sun is safely below the horizon before pointing telescopic equipment in its direction.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 29 Oct. 2025
Tim Ellis, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
Joseph is, in essence, the conductor of the Norris orchestra, trying to get each engineer underneath him to do their utmost for Norris and the car.
—Ian Parkes, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Choupette is cared for at great expense and in the utmost luxury by Françoise Caçote, the designer’s former housekeeper.
—Allison Anna Tait, The Conversation, 4 Nov. 2025
Observing the planet through a telescope with an aperture of 4 inches or more under dark sky conditions will reveal the moon-like phases of the distant world, though utmost care must be taken to ensure that the sun is safely below the horizon before pointing telescopic equipment in its direction.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 29 Oct. 2025
Noun
Tommy Paul and Lorenzo Musetti tried their utmost to change the script at the Italian Open, but this was always a two-horse chariot race.
—Tim Ellis, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
Joseph is, in essence, the conductor of the Norris orchestra, trying to get each engineer underneath him to do their utmost for Norris and the car.
—Ian Parkes, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for utmost
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That's close to the farthest point in its orbit, which is 252,088 miles away, according to NASA.—
Mike Snider,
USA TODAY,
12 Jan. 2023
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At its farthest, the capsule was more than 268,000 miles from Earth.—
Marcia Dunn,
The Christian Science Monitor,
12 Dec. 2022
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An analysis by the progressive Center on Budget and Policy Priorities found that in the 12 months that ended September 2024, just over one-third of beneficiaries received the maximum amount.—
Daniel McFadin,
Arkansas Online,
7 Nov. 2025
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Sedarat is charged with two counts of transmitting a threat in interstate or foreign commerce, which carries a maximum sentence of five years in prison and a $250,000 fine if convicted.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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Sixty senators are required to advance most bills.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Nov. 2025
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While most banks and post offices are closed on federal holiday, many grocery stores and restaurants remain open on Veterans Day.—
Alex Perry,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
11 Nov. 2025
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Newsom ultimate vetoed a more restrictive piece of AI chatbot legislation that was supported by some online safety advocates, including the parents of Orange County teen Adam Raine, who died by suicide after using AI for companionship.—
Kate Wolffe
October 23,
Sacbee.com,
23 Oct. 2025
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Enjoy twin- or double-bedded Superior Cabins, or go for the ultimate with a gigantic Han Dynasty Suite.—
Eleanor Flagler Hardy,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Oct. 2025
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Not to mention, some of the leagues' bests have graced his work, including Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
3 Nov. 2025
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The kicking game was so bad that Freeman sounded like Brian Kelly at his sarcastic best when asked about Noah Burnette, Erik Schmidt and Marcello Diomede combining to miss two extra points and one field goal.—
Pete Sampson,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
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This means reaching your target heart rate (which is 85% of your max heart rate) at least three times in a 30-minute workout.—
Jessie Quinn,
Flow Space,
4 Nov. 2025
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In 2025, Dental Veneers materials in Turkey, like porcelain, E-max, and composite for use in the year 2025 are expected to differ mostly within in cost, looks, and longevity.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
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“Utmost.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/utmost. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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