finest
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of finest
An Americanism dating back to 1925–30
Example Sentences
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“The finest technology in the world—American,” said Gor, of an industrial drone made by Freefly Systems, a Woodinville, Wash.-based designer and manufacturer of heavy-lift drones.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 26, 2026
Their cover of Amy Winehouse’s “You Know I’m No Good,” one of the late singer’s trademark vocals, finds Jagger turning in his finest performance on the album.
From Salon ● Jul. 13, 2026
"The Odyssey" is an Ancient Greek poem believed to have been written by Homer that is considered a cornerstone of Western literature and one of the finest stories ever created.
From Barron's ● Jul. 10, 2026
A wrist injury sidelined her for almost 10 months from September 2023, but she has rediscovered her finest form this fortnight to beat three former Grand Slam champions on her way to the final.
From BBC ● Jul. 9, 2026
Around a peeled twig Ten Snow had wound a long length of the finest sinew thread to use in beading.
From "The Birchbark House" by Louise Erdrich
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