top of the world

Example Sentences

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After a mere 20 minutes on top of the world, he began picking his way down.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

I’d always had hand-me-downs from my brother, so the fact that I could buy new golf clubs, I was on top of the world.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

With baseline power anchoring her game, the 27-year-old Belarusian has pummelled opponents on the way to nine WTA titles and created a clear gap at the top of the world rankings.

From BBC • Jan. 31, 2026

"But here he is, on top of the world, the UK's number 1 album artist -- of all time!"

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

They seemed almost to be at the top of the world.

From "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman