as in extremely
to a great degree
a most careful driver, especially in bad weather
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as in almost
very close to but not completely
the cost of most everything is higher nowadays
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as in maximum
of the greatest or highest degree or quantity
the player with the most ability on the tennis team
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Recent Examples of most
Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 July 2025
The song pulses through the second act, most memorably during a high-stakes battle atop a speeding train.
—Samantha Stutsman, People.com, 14 July 2025
Joey Garrison, USA Today, 26 July 2025
And health experts consistently advise that, like with most things, moderation is key for your daily coffee.
—Renée Onque, CNBC, 26 July 2025
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Adverb
Crawshaw might have been Florida’s most consistent, reliable performer through the ups and downs of five seasons, three of them losing ones.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 July 2025
The song pulses through the second act, most memorably during a high-stakes battle atop a speeding train.
—Samantha Stutsman, People.com, 14 July 2025
Adjective
Trump has also lost support on his handling of most issues.
—Joey Garrison, USA Today, 26 July 2025
And health experts consistently advise that, like with most things, moderation is key for your daily coffee.
—Renée Onque, CNBC, 26 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for most
Noun
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The anticipated number of shifts is three with a maximum of eight employees per shift.—
Claudia Levens,
jsonline.com,
30 July 2025
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Currently, borrowers can receive economic hardship and unemployment deferments for up to three years and general forbearances for a maximum of 12 months at a time.—
Kamaron McNair,
CNBC,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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My 16-year-old daughter loves her tank tops, especially on hot summer days when staying cool is of utmost importance.—
Jacquelyn Smith,
Parents,
28 July 2025
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The standalone Capella Manor and two Colonial Manors were recently renovated and offer utmost privacy on the outskirts of the 30-acre resort.—
Christine Burroni,
Travel + Leisure,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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In addition to freeing the motors and battery from all restraint, Velocity Max delivers launch control for ultimate straight-line performance.—
Mark Phelan,
Freep.com,
31 July 2025
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From nostalgic throwbacks to fresh debuts, the 2025 Indiana State Fair’s free concert series is your ultimate summer playlist - live.—
Samanta Habashy,
IndyStar,
31 July 2025
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