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preeminent

[pree-em-uh-nuhnt] / priˈɛm ə nənt /


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Claire McNear, America’s preeminent Jeopardy! reporter, did a deep dive into the beloved event—which disappeared after Trebek’s death—and got some news about its future.

From Slate ● Sep. 14, 2026

"Today, we take the next step: bringing together the most valuable live content portfolio in video consumption with the preeminent streaming platform through which America watches it."

From Barron's ● Jun. 15, 2026

“The Finals run supports the value of the team and company, marking it a preeminent sports franchise,” DiMatteo noted.

From MarketWatch ● May 26, 2026

That’s because the Office of Legal Counsel is “the Executive Branch’s preeminent legal advisor,” wrote federal judge Florence Pan in 2025.

From Salon ● Apr. 17, 2026

Despite America's preeminent status among developed nations, we have always struggled with high rates of infant mortality—much higher than in most developed countries.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson


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