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foremost

Pronunciation: [ˈfɔrˌmoʊst]

Word

Learn how to use foremost in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “importance”

(adjective) It means being the most important or outstanding among others. If something is foremost, it is at the top or first in line. It’s about things that are really important to remember or notice.

Example

Education is foremost in her life because she wants to learn as much as possible.

Example

Fun is not foremost on his mind when he is at work; he focuses on finishing tasks.

Example

What is foremost in your priorities right now?

Context: “position”

(adjective) It can also mean being at the front or the first place. If you are foremost in a line, you are right at the front, where everyone can see you.

Example

The leader stood foremost on the stage, ready to speak to the crowd.

Example

She was not foremost in the race; she finished far behind the leaders.

Example

Who is foremost in your class during the presentations?

How to pronounce foremost

Pronunciation: [ˈfɔrˌmoʊst]

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