number one

Example Sentences

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While the world number one could not add to the tally, he largely demonstrated the consistency for which is he famed to eke out a solid, if unspectacular 70.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

"When the players left, they violated the number one rule, which is to protect the sponsors," said the 1977 and 1981 Masters champion.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

“Even though that would be fun for you, my number one job is to protect you,” she explains to her daughter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

“The value of the interim housing, number one, is to save lives,” Bass said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

Her laugh, which is wonderful, is now number one on my list of good sounds.

From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari