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
Kimberlee Speakman,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
It can also be popped like popcorn for a crunchy, nutty topping.
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Lauren Panoff,
Verywell Health,
15 June 2026
Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
The forward had featured in the 2025 Under-17 World Cup for Venezuela, playing against England and topping their group.
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Jessica Hopkins,
New York Times,
26 June 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
The new salads feature more protein choices with steak and shrimp, along with new salad toppings and dressings.
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Kimberlee Speakman,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
It can also be popped like popcorn for a crunchy, nutty topping.
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Lauren Panoff,
Verywell Health,
15 June 2026
Verb
The remote destination scored very high across almost every expense category with average flights topping around $1,357 and car rentals at around $110 per day (which was the highest in the study).
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Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
The forward had featured in the 2025 Under-17 World Cup for Venezuela, playing against England and topping their group.
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Jessica Hopkins,
New York Times,
26 June 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.
Noun
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There will be plenty of chances for Swain to break down defenders and attempt to wow on his way to the basket — but those moments will be a garnish rather than the main entree of his rookie season.
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For a pretty presentation, save some of the green fennel fronds to use as a garnish.
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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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Sneakers are always calling my name (a great travel companion).
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Having spent more than 30 years in the makeup industry, founder and makeup artist Jung Saem Mool knows great makeup starts long before foundation enters the picture.
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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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Temperatures have reached a heat index exceeding 110 degrees.
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Ultimately, every hire should create value equal to or exceeding the investment the company makes in hiring, developing, and compensating them.
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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.
Verb
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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 4 Jul. 2026.
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