1
as in highest
being at a point or level higher than all others
an office in the top story of the building the top student in our graduating class
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as in most
of the greatest or highest degree or quantity
your safety is our top priority
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
he's one of the tennis club's top players
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as in chief
highest in rank or authority
nearly all of the top officials in the state's department of corrections resigned after the scandal
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as in pinnacle
the highest part or point
a hawk's nest at the very top of the tree
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as in to exceed
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 top
Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 24 May 2025
The top three contributors to hydroplaning are: Vehicle speed - When a vehicle's speed increases, the tire-traction grip and ability to control the vehicle decreases.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 24 May 2025
Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 23 May 2025
Aliyah Binford put Ole Miss ahead with a 2-out, solo home run to right-center field in the top of the first — her 12th of the season.
—Ethan Westerman, Arkansas Online, 23 May 2025
Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 23 May 2025
To top it off, an air traffic control meltdown plagued Newark Liberty International Airport for weeks after staffing shortages and technology outages caused hours-long delays.
—Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 23 May 2025
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Adjective
Sleeping up to eight guests and with a planing hull design that returns a top speed of 30 knots, the post-race yacht parties must be phenomenal—as well as the Ibiza mini-breaks Hamilton takes during the off-season months.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 24 May 2025
The top three contributors to hydroplaning are: Vehicle speed - When a vehicle's speed increases, the tire-traction grip and ability to control the vehicle decreases.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 24 May 2025
Noun
The full story in the link at top was reported, written and edited entirely by Miami Herald journalists.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 23 May 2025
Aliyah Binford put Ole Miss ahead with a 2-out, solo home run to right-center field in the top of the first — her 12th of the season.
—Ethan Westerman, Arkansas Online, 23 May 2025
Verb
Honestly, for movie nights or casual gaming on a massive screen, this one’s hard to top.
—Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 23 May 2025
To top it off, an air traffic control meltdown plagued Newark Liberty International Airport for weeks after staffing shortages and technology outages caused hours-long delays.
—Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for top
Adjective
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Filip Jorgensen has played most of the games, but Sanchez is the No 1 and has done pretty well in recent weeks.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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Its analysis shows polluting industries still present problems for city residents, especially in Black and Latino communities where most of Chicago’s heavy industry is concentrated.—
Brian J. Rogal,
Chicago Tribune,
27 May 2025
Adjective
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Amazon The latest MacBook Air (9/10, WIRED Recommends) is an excellent, lightweight laptop.—
Brenda Stolyar,
Wired News,
24 May 2025
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The enchanting espionage comedy flaunts an excellent Benicio del Toro as a 1950s industrialist, who, after surviving an attempt on his life, names his estranged daughter Liesl (Mia Threapleton) as heir to his empire.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
24 May 2025
Adjective
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But psychiatrist Brad Smith, MD, chief medical officer at Accanto Health, said the medications can intensify food avoidance for some people, too.—
Elizabeth Yuko,
Health,
20 May 2025
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Also in attendance were Eliahu Hamra, the chief rabbi of the Argentine Israelite Mutual Association, and Jonathan Karszenbaum, the executive director of the Holocaust Museum of Buenos Aires.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
20 May 2025
Noun
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To brew, simply open the machine by twisting the lock on the lid, choose a capsule, and press the button.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
24 May 2025
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However, if the compost is soggy and open to the air, add a lid to the bin to keep the rain out, or install a tarp or other covering over your compost in wet weather.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 May 2025
Noun
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Leitch was engaged by Rangers on two separate occasions but the red-brick facade on the Main Stand was the pinnacle.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
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Major League Baseball is the pinnacle of the sport.—
Maury Brown,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
Verb
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As of Wednesday, the campaign exceeded its goal, raising $50.1 million — marking the largest fundraising effort in the CSO’s 93-year history.—
Catherine Muccigrosso,
Charlotte Observer,
28 May 2025
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Traditional taxis cost less than half that, but the journey can exceed 90 minutes in traffic.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 May 2025
Adjective
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If all goes according to plan, the rocket's upper stage, or ship, will travel halfway around the world from Starbase, reaching an altitude of more than 100 miles before reentering the atmosphere over the Indian Ocean.—
John Timmer,
ArsTechnica,
22 May 2025
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At the upper levels — EPs and showrunners — 56.9% are white and 25.2% are BIPOC.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
22 May 2025
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His backtracking was not handled with utmost finesse, but this was the right outcome.—
Steve Bousquet,
Sun Sentinel,
17 May 2025
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Your relationship to yourself is also of the utmost importance, says Dr. Joseph.—
Jess Cording,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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“Top.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/top. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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