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number one

NOUN
most important person or thing
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONGEST


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"This is not our war, but it is pushing up bills for families and businesses. That's why it's my number one priority to keep costs down," Reeves said in a statement.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

“I can tell you the number one product stolen from CVS,” LiPetri said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

In terms of why she caught the world’s attention and ended up selling so darn many books and becoming such an icon, I think number one, of course, is her talent.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

When Dave was fit again, he came back into the side - that was how Arsene operated, and he had made it clear at the start of the season that Seaman was his number one.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

“Props on hitting number one on Dat Cloud,” Supreme says after Mr. Barry walks away.

From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas