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
Miller, over a more than two-decade-long career as a prosecutor, rose to the upper echelon of the OC DA office, becoming the highest-ranking woman in the organization.
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Sean Emery, Oc Register, 5 June 2025
Cooper’s assessment of how Sullivan has risen to the upper echelon of NHL coaches is based largely on watching Sullivan’s Penguins teams play.
—Arthur Staple, New York Times, 14 May 2025
While as many as 80 Houthi military officers may have been killed, according to analysts, the senior echelon of its military and political leadership appears intact.
—Kareem El Damanhoury, CNN Money, 18 Apr. 2025
This contingency is often represented at the upper echelons of the Vatican by cardinals from continental Europe, most notably the Germans.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 16 May 2025
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Sean Emery, Oc Register, 5 June 2025
Cooper’s assessment of how Sullivan has risen to the upper echelon of NHL coaches is based largely on watching Sullivan’s Penguins teams play.
—Arthur Staple, New York Times, 14 May 2025
While as many as 80 Houthi military officers may have been killed, according to analysts, the senior echelon of its military and political leadership appears intact.
—Kareem El Damanhoury, CNN Money, 18 Apr. 2025
This contingency is often represented at the upper echelons of the Vatican by cardinals from continental Europe, most notably the Germans.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 16 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for echelon
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From turning her songs into sing-a-longs to taking a singing selfie video on a fan’s phone, the energy in the room reached another level.—
Evan Burke,
Billboard,
10 June 2025
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Many yacht interiors are opting for more residential looks, but this 216-footer pushes the trend to a new level.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
10 June 2025
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The set reappears highest on the Official Albums Streaming ranking, coming in at No. 79.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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In June 2022, Lame dethroned Charli D’Amelio atop the TikTok rankings and has held the spot ever since.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
9 June 2025
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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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Its largest position, G Mining Ventures Inc., a Canadian firm that explores for precious metals, has nearly doubled year to date.—
Michael Foster,
Forbes.com,
7 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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If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 June 2025
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The establishment is designed to be a comfortable place to gather.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado,
Sacbee.com,
14 June 2025
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“Echelon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/echelon. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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