atop

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Atop the 100-foot ridge of bedrock sit seven historic homes—one built in 1882 that is thought to be the oldest still standing in town, and others dating through 1931.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 14, 2026

Atop his head is a green and white hat, with “LA” embroidered on its front.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2025

Atop the bulb are the fronds, which are leafy and subtly anise-flavored.

From Salon • Mar. 23, 2025

Atop that slope, according to the video, is a cluster of BLA fighters.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2025

Atop his head rested a smooth metal helmet with metal wings on either side.

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack