1
as in greatest
coming before all others in importance
the preeminent reason for the booming economy
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2
as in chief
highest in rank or authority
the preeminent golfer of his generation
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as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement
a meeting of preeminent scientists from around the world
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Recent Examples of preeminent
To convert these advantages into productive capacity, the United States should selectively emulate today’s preeminent manufacturing powerhouse and rediscover its own ability to build fast and build well.
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Damien Ma, Foreign Affairs, 1 July 2025
Horncastle unfolds lively background info about preeminent fashion houses (such as Fendi) and designers (such as Valentino).
—Laura Manske, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
Tim Connelly, Chris Finch and Micah Nori are the NBA’s preeminent Nuggets killers.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 27 June 2025
Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz talks with director James Gunn about his re-imagining of the Man of Steel, and with actor David Corenswet about the challenges of taking on the role following Christopher Reeve's preeminent performance.
—David Morgan, CBS News, 26 June 2025
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Damien Ma, Foreign Affairs, 1 July 2025
Horncastle unfolds lively background info about preeminent fashion houses (such as Fendi) and designers (such as Valentino).
—Laura Manske, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
Tim Connelly, Chris Finch and Micah Nori are the NBA’s preeminent Nuggets killers.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 27 June 2025
Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz talks with director James Gunn about his re-imagining of the Man of Steel, and with actor David Corenswet about the challenges of taking on the role following Christopher Reeve's preeminent performance.
—David Morgan, CBS News, 26 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for preeminent
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Kristin Cabot, Astronomer’s chief people officer, leads human resources at the company.—
Antonio Pequeño IV,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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Which brings us to one of the big reasons that Ferbert — then chief deputy city attorney — won in her 2024 run for city attorney.—
U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 July 2025
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The film had an outstanding run at the box office, opening with a record-breaking $183 million Memorial Day weekend debut.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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Straight out of the Chris Jones playbook, Banks uses his length to create movement, and his effort from the backside is outstanding.—
Dane Brugler,
New York Times,
22 July 2025
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The tournament grounds feature three main retail sites: the Centre Court Shop, the No. 1 Court Shop and the Museum Shop, along with five express shops and an additional nine kiosks.—
Tim Newcomb,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Atrium Ljungberg, White Arkitekter A huge, new city is being built in Sweden, but it’s not being constructed using steel or concrete — its main building material is wood.—
Lucy Handley,
CNBC,
15 July 2025
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Just as Russia has declined in its military might since the break-up of the Soviet Union a generation ago, Grossfeld says, its status as one of the globe’s foremost space powers has likewise slipped away.—
Kevin Holden Platt,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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But all that nuttiness took place a long time ago, under the influence, and, according to the world’s foremost Ozzy authority, such is not really the case.—
Erik Hedegaard,
Rolling Stone,
22 July 2025
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The organizers of the 2024 Games in Paris allowed some of that city’s most distinguished landmarks to be utilized as part of the spectacle.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
23 July 2025
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With contributions spanning nearly three-decades in public education, Janicek has established a distinguished track record of innovative leadership, strategic foresight, and unparalleled community engagement, the news release stated.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 July 2025
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The Sox scored four in the fourth to take a commanding 9-0 lead.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
26 July 2025
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And that one draw was only because two days were lost to rain at Old Trafford in Manchester when England were in a commanding position at a pivotal stage of the most recent Ashes series against Australia two years ago.—
Paul Newman,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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Mitchell went to Europe immediately after college and has carved out a successful pro career, first in France for two years, then one with a different club in Turkey, then last season with Zalgiris Kaunas of Lithuania that competes in the prestigious EuroLeague.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 July 2025
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The film, which has just been announced to world premiere in Toronto’s prestigious Platform competition, is a co-production between Argentina’s Ruda Cine and Switzerland’s Alina Film.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
22 July 2025
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Solid-state batteries may also allow Western producers to localize production — thereby weaning themselves away from China's dominant supply chains .—
Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
22 July 2025
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And with fewer dominant teams than usual at the break, this season has been ruled by fortune, good or bad, more than most in recent memory.—
Neil Paine,
New York Times,
22 July 2025
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“Preeminent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preeminent. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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