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elite

[ih-leet, ey-leet] / ɪˈlit, eɪˈlit /




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Border Patrol agents from an elite unit rappelled from a hovering Black Hawk helicopter onto the roof of a 130-unit apartment complex.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

There were three home runs, diving catches, two elite starting pitchers competing at a high level and both teams refusing to let the other separate itself.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

He and his staff talk about the prospect of AI riches, sharing stories of teenagers who got into elite universities, but barely stayed through orientation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

This is the final event for snooker's elite players before the World Championship begins in Sheffield on 18 April.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

“I can definitely take Simone to the elite level,” Aimee told my mom.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles