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
Over the past decade, Charlotte Flair has firmly established herself as one of the preeminent figures in WWE's women's division.
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David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Apr. 2025
Don Mischer, one of the preeminent live event directors of the past six decades, died peacefully in his sleep last night, April 11, in Los Angeles.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 12 Apr. 2025
Visit Almudena Cathedral Almudena Cathedral, Madrid’s preeminent cathedral, on the other side of Calle de Bailén, was completed in 1993.
—AFAR Media, 11 Apr. 2025
One of the Twin Cities’ preeminent dance theater spaces, the Cowles Center, also closed last year, and dance organizations of all sizes — including TU Dance — have seen audience numbers and funding diminish during the Covid era.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 23 Mar. 2025
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David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Apr. 2025
Don Mischer, one of the preeminent live event directors of the past six decades, died peacefully in his sleep last night, April 11, in Los Angeles.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 12 Apr. 2025
Visit Almudena Cathedral Almudena Cathedral, Madrid’s preeminent cathedral, on the other side of Calle de Bailén, was completed in 1993.
—AFAR Media, 11 Apr. 2025
One of the Twin Cities’ preeminent dance theater spaces, the Cowles Center, also closed last year, and dance organizations of all sizes — including TU Dance — have seen audience numbers and funding diminish during the Covid era.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 23 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for preeminent
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Faced with potential federal spending cuts that threaten health coverage and falling childhood vaccination rates, Monica Soni, the chief medical officer of Covered California, has a lot on her plate — and on her mind.—
Bernard J. Wolfson,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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Tom Buckingham, chief growth officer at Nassau Financial Group and retirement planner, told Newsweek that this is for a number of reasons.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 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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The Bills will very likely want to find someone who can offer more versatility somewhere else while being their main returner, and running back might be the best place to find one.—
Joe Buscaglia,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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These kinds of breaches often happen quietly, exposing large amounts of customer information without touching a company’s main systems.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
25 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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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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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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Even with Harris included, no candidate holds a dominant lead – a contrast with other surveys that have shown her far ahead.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
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 1 May. 2025.
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