1
as in first
coming before all others in time or order
a space shuttle on its premier voyage
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2
as in chief
highest in rank or authority
the premier authority on butterflies
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3
as in main
coming before all others in importance
the premier social occasion of the summer season
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Recent Examples of premier
Types of Blackberry 'Navaho' Thornless Blackberry was developed by University of Arkansas horticulturists as part of their premier small fruit research and development program.
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 20 Jan. 2025
As one of the league’s premier rim protectors and offensive rebounders, Robinson has been the backbone of New York’s defense since being drafted 36th overall in 2018.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 19 Jan. 2025
On this rainy, unseasonably warm December night, the Commanders are playing in the weekend’s premier game and aiming to clinch their first NFL playoff berth since the 2020 season.
—Kyle Feldscher, CNN, 18 Jan. 2025
More news: Dodgers Urged to Sign $4 Million World Series Champion in Blockbuster Move
Of course, there's also Roki Sasaki, the premier free agent who will cost a team just their international bonus pool as well as a minor league contract.
—Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 15 Jan. 2025
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 20 Jan. 2025
As one of the league’s premier rim protectors and offensive rebounders, Robinson has been the backbone of New York’s defense since being drafted 36th overall in 2018.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 19 Jan. 2025
On this rainy, unseasonably warm December night, the Commanders are playing in the weekend’s premier game and aiming to clinch their first NFL playoff berth since the 2020 season.
—Kyle Feldscher, CNN, 18 Jan. 2025
More news: Dodgers Urged to Sign $4 Million World Series Champion in Blockbuster Move
Of course, there's also Roki Sasaki, the premier free agent who will cost a team just their international bonus pool as well as a minor league contract.
—Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 15 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for premier
Adjective
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Both of their first court appearances are scheduled for Saturday morning, jail records show.—
Silas Morgan,
Orlando Sentinel,
25 Jan. 2025
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As reported, the appointment of Phelan at Harvey Nichols is one of the first major moves by new chief executive officer Julia Goddard, who joined the retailer last year.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
WWD,
24 Jan. 2025
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The deal was negotiated between Signature Entertainment’s chief commercial officer Elizabeth Williams and Independent Entertainment COO Cora Palfrey.—
Georg Szalai,
The Hollywood Reporter,
20 Jan. 2025
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Further, it’s been a chief talking point on the political right for a while now.—
Allyson Kapin,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Located on the 17th floor of 200 Crescent Court, the locale is a private dining club with a bar and main dining room.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 Jan. 2025
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Israel would pull its troops back from Gaza's main population centers in the first stage of the deal, allowing its residents to return to what remains of their homes as more humanitarian aid permeates the Strip and those who are injured receive treatment.—
Ellie Cook,
Newsweek,
19 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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This initial impulse or élan vital is then guided by the fairies Mrs. Bedonebyasyoudid and her sister, Mrs. Doasyouwouldbedoneby.—
Ben Woollard,
JSTOR Daily,
29 Jan. 2025
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Trump was last year ordered to pay Carroll $5 million after an initial lawsuit.—
Jonathan Granoff,
Newsweek,
29 Jan. 2025
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Forbes Business Council is the foremost growth and networking organization for business owners and leaders.—
Sophie Alcorn,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
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The evening will be hosted by Young, and will feature readings from some of the foremost poetic voices in America.—
The New Yorker,
The New Yorker,
24 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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With just one round of fixtures remaining of the inaugural 36-team Champions League league phase, two-thirds of the competition are still awaiting their fate.—
Thom Harris,
The Athletic,
23 Jan. 2025
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That year, Shelby won the FIA sports car world championship, before taking the inaugural two Trans Am championships in 1966 and 1967.—
Michael Teo Van Runkle,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The original tranche of restrictions passed council 7-1.—
Annika Merrilees,
Sacramento Bee,
25 Jan. 2025
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There are changes like, the original movie that inspires the plot was actually a Nazi propaganda film, while this feels more like the classic musicals MGM cranked out.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
25 Jan. 2025
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Post dropped 20 points in a commanding win over the Bulls, outplaying the stretch-five prototype Nikola Vucevic on the other side.—
Danny Emerman,
The Mercury News,
24 Jan. 2025
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This cruiser sports a fierce design, more power, and a commanding presence.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
22 Jan. 2025
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“Premier.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/premier. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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