number one

Example Sentences

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It has also made him enemy number one in some circles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

However, world number one Littler found an extra gear, producing another brilliant 170 checkout to seal his third night win in the past four weeks.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

“Public safety is my number one priority, and we are going to stay laser focused on keeping our streets safe and clean.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

The victory will take the two-time Grand Slam champion above former world number one Swiatek and up to third in the WTA rankings next week.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

"You did exactly the right thing, you puny-brained puppy. You brought my number one nemesis, Duke, to me and..."

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein