as in excellent
of the very best kind
I know a topping new pub in Southwark
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as in surpassing
to be greater, better, or stronger than
the next contender's javelin throw topped the reigning champion's and set a new world record
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Recent Examples of topping
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
5 July 2024
This Greek Yogurt Parfait comes with one of two topping options, granola or cookie crumbs.
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Zee Krstic,
Good Housekeeping,
6 Dec. 2022
Erin Clements,
PEOPLE,
29 June 2026
Some Omaha Cakes feature cinnamon sugar or a streusel crumb topping.
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Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 June 2026
Fred Imbert,
CNBC,
2 July 2026
The Swiss have had the better tournament so far, winning two of their three games and topping Group B with 7 points.
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Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
2 July 2026
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Adjective
Get The Recipe This riff on the classic casserole uses a sheet pan to maximize surface area, meaning more crunchy topping and less soupy filling.
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Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
5 July 2024
This Greek Yogurt Parfait comes with one of two topping options, granola or cookie crumbs.
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Zee Krstic,
Good Housekeeping,
6 Dec. 2022
Noun
It's then drizzled with chocolate and sprinkled with graham cracker topping.
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Erin Clements,
PEOPLE,
29 June 2026
Some Omaha Cakes feature cinnamon sugar or a streusel crumb topping.
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Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 June 2026
Verb
Hunter also pointed out that the charts in copper and other industrial metals could be forming topping patterns.
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Fred Imbert,
CNBC,
2 July 2026
The Swiss have had the better tournament so far, winning two of their three games and topping Group B with 7 points.
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Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
2 July 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for topping
Adjective
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And with such excellent transit, there can be much greater housing density.
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His group stage has been consistently excellent without announcing itself — the kind of contribution that shows up in the table rather than the highlights.
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Strain over fresh ice into a rocks glass, garnish with a mint crown and enjoy.
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Customization options include swapping sour cream for Greek yogurt and adding garnishes like bacon or herbs.
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In the most recent quarter, Cloud revenue surged to a 63% increase, surpassing $20 billion for the first time.
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The fundraiser had raised more than $4,100, surpassing its original $3,000 goal to help Patricia’s family with expenses during her recovery.
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William's sixth-great-grandfather was born in Coventry in 1740 and enlisted as a private in the Connecticut militia.
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Leave some messiness in your garden and leave the leaves, as decaying leaves are great habitat for fireflies.
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The sea-salt-only seasoning let the roasted chicken flavor shine through.
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Bring out the premade everything bagel seasoning dip, or make your own.
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Philadelphia is enduring one of its warmest 4th of July celebrations on record, with temperatures exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit due to a massive heat dome.
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The platform also incorporates integrated suspension and supports payloads exceeding 661 pounds (300 kilograms), while alternative differential-drive configurations are available for rough outdoor terrain.
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After multiple close calls, Ivory Coast tied the match in the 74th minute with a superb run by Amad Diallo.
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These popular plants are superb, long-lasting garden ornaments.
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Musk is the richest man in the world – with his net worth eclipsing $1 trillion after the SpaceX IPO – and people want a piece of that track record of success.
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The nine first-round selections marked the most in conference history, eclipsing the previous record of seven set in 2010.
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“Topping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topping. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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