1
as in greatest
coming before all others in importance
the preeminent reason for the booming economy
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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
Derrick Johnson is the President and CEO of the NAACP, America's preeminent civil rights organization.
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
Bezos now controls one of the world’s largest tech companies, one of the world’s largest streaming services in Prime Video, one of the world’s preeminent news organizations The Washington Post, and even a company sending rockets into space and satellites into orbit, Blue Origin.
—Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Feb. 2025
After nearly 40 years in the film industry, and 25 years since her Hollywood debut, the Everything Everywhere All at Once star continues to radiate grace, long-overdue recognition from America’s preeminent film body notwithstanding.
—Zach Schonfeld, Vulture, 26 Feb. 2025
Forbes is preeminent in tracking the world’s richest billionaires, but in the post-pandemic era, there is also a burgeoning pool of millionaires who can be tapped for concierge services.
—Kevin Rozario, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
Bezos now controls one of the world’s largest tech companies, one of the world’s largest streaming services in Prime Video, one of the world’s preeminent news organizations The Washington Post, and even a company sending rockets into space and satellites into orbit, Blue Origin.
—Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Feb. 2025
After nearly 40 years in the film industry, and 25 years since her Hollywood debut, the Everything Everywhere All at Once star continues to radiate grace, long-overdue recognition from America’s preeminent film body notwithstanding.
—Zach Schonfeld, Vulture, 26 Feb. 2025
Forbes is preeminent in tracking the world’s richest billionaires, but in the post-pandemic era, there is also a burgeoning pool of millionaires who can be tapped for concierge services.
—Kevin Rozario, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for preeminent
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Kathryn Bond Stockton, a professor of English and critical theory, helped to create Transform and served as the chief diversity officer for the U’s main campus.—
Emma Green,
New Yorker,
14 Apr. 2025
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Before his stint in New York, Mengelberg became the youngest chief conductor of the city’s Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra in 1895, when he was appointed at 24.—
Hannah Edgar,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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The thicker frame is reminiscent of an earlier era filled with outstanding fashion.—
Christopher Murray,
FOXNews.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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This achievement reflects the group’s continued leadership in international health services and its ability to offer outstanding patient experiences.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
16 Apr. 2025
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Boseman, who died in 2020 at age 43, was completely committed to his main character of T'Challa in the Marvel movie about the advanced kingdom of Wakanda, Coogler recalled on a recent episode of Power 105.1 FM's The Breakfast Club.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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The first drop pays homage to Jackson, Wyo., where Season 2 begins, after the two main characters found temporary refuge there in Season 1.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Iranians are responding to several inducements, foremost among them the staggering array of forces the United States has prepositioned in the Middle East.—
The Editors,
National Review,
17 Apr. 2025
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Forbes Business Council is the foremost growth and networking organization for business owners and leaders.—
Ryan Ferrier,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Over time, inhaling these harmful chemicals can contribute to progressive lung problems like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according to Sanjay Sethi, MD, SUNY distinguished professor and chief of pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine at the University at Buffalo.—
Stephanie Brown,
Verywell Health,
16 Apr. 2025
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Palmer was just one of several celebrities and distinguished guests who attended the Fashion Trust Awards on Tuesday.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
9 Apr. 2025
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On election day, early results gave Cárdenas a commanding lead over the PRI’s candidate, Carlos Salinas de Gortari.—
Stephania Taladrid,
New Yorker,
21 Apr. 2025
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After the first leg in Lyon had ended 2-2 last week, United took a commanding lead in Thursday’s return fixture thanks to first-half goals from Manuel Ugarte and Diogo Dalot.—
George Ramsay,
CNN Money,
18 Apr. 2025
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If Cullen marries his daughter, perhaps he’ll be inclined to complete a letter of recommendation that the young man had requested for a prestigious fellowship.—
Michelle F. Solomon,
Miami Herald,
17 Apr. 2025
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International students – including at prestigious American universities – have been targeted amid the Trump administration’s larger immigration crackdown.—
Caroll Alvarado,
CNN Money,
17 Apr. 2025
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Once the dominant chipmaker in the U.S., Intel has faced numerous challenges in recent years, losing ground to players like Nvidia, AMD, Qualcomm and Apple.—
Ryan Browne,
CNBC,
17 Apr. 2025
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From being drafted in the first round to somehow exceeding those expectations, Smith and Martin represented something much bigger than their dominant play on the field.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Preeminent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preeminent. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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