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epitome

[ih-pit-uh-mee] / ɪˈpɪt ə mi /




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Surely the currency on which our economy runs is the epitome of a public good?

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

The foyer is the epitome of luxury thanks to its grand staircase and shimmering chandelier.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

He wore KidSuper, who he called the epitome of art.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

In his own statement, Lord Sebastian Coe, the chair of the London 2012 organising committee, said Reedie was "the epitome of a gentleman".

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

A lively letter from a friend described William as “the epitome of the dapper and dangerous man.”

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield




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