as in level
the placement of someone or something in relation to others in a vertical arrangement
jobs in the upper echelons of the company pay quite well indeed
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Recent Examples of echelon
But as some in the upper echelons of Silicon Valley began shifting to the right politically, many of the tech industry’s everyday workers have remained liberal — but also increasingly nervous and disillusioned.
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Nicholas Riccardi, Chicago Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
Consistently ducking the expectations of indie’s upper echelons — the ones which the band vaulted into with 2015’s My Love Is Cool — has only further affirmed Wolf Alice’s influence and longevity.
—Sophie Williams, Billboard, 1 May 2025
The top echelon of Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon has dissolved into a circle of mutual recrimination and enmity worthy of a Mexican standoff from a Quentin Tarantino film.
—The Editors, National Review, 28 Apr. 2025
Both stars have been clearly positioned to enter the upper echelon of WWE stars, too.
—Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 27 Apr. 2025
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Nicholas Riccardi, Chicago Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
Consistently ducking the expectations of indie’s upper echelons — the ones which the band vaulted into with 2015’s My Love Is Cool — has only further affirmed Wolf Alice’s influence and longevity.
—Sophie Williams, Billboard, 1 May 2025
The top echelon of Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon has dissolved into a circle of mutual recrimination and enmity worthy of a Mexican standoff from a Quentin Tarantino film.
—The Editors, National Review, 28 Apr. 2025
Both stars have been clearly positioned to enter the upper echelon of WWE stars, too.
—Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 27 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for echelon
Noun
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The decision to move Robinson into the starting lineup for Hart unlocked levels of rotation depth that weren’t immediately obvious before.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
30 May 2025
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The 26-year-old has done his part to be the difference maker in the league, but former All-Star guard Jeff Teague is taking it to the next level regarding Gilgeous-Alexander.—
Ricardo Klein,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
Noun
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The final ranking was determined using the weighted average of the metrics.—
Anna Halkidis,
Parents,
30 May 2025
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From Bottle Rocket to The Phoenician Scheme, here’s a ranking of all of Wes Anderson’s movies and the most valuable performers for each one.—
Shannon Carlin,
Time,
30 May 2025
Noun
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While Chairman Gu, Chairman Lee, Cha Yeong-do, Gu Jun-mo, and Lee Geum-son fight for control of the criminal organizations, Gi-jun cuts a relentless, ruthless path through their ranks.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
6 June 2025
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What was once considered a fringe sector defined by volatility and skepticism is now producing companies that are not only IPO-ready, but in some cases are joining the ranks of the S&P 500.—
Tomer Niv,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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The adults-only Lake Austin Spa Resort takes full advantage of its position on the water reservoir, created by a dam on the Colorado River.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
7 June 2025
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Prior to Friday’s game, Leasure had done a great job limiting runners in scoring position (RISP).—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
7 June 2025
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The Cybertruck is to this design consensus what the current political regime is to liberal democracy: an attempt to demolish the status quo, with nothing to offer in its place but aggression and regression.—
Glenn Adamson,
Artforum,
1 June 2025
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The breathable microfiber material is ideal for year-round use, and shoppers say the deep pockets ensure the bedding stays in place all night.—
Shalwah Evans,
People.com,
1 June 2025
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“Echelon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/echelon. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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