finest
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of finest
An Americanism dating back to 1925–30
Example Sentences
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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 heavy defeat in India took the shine off Bazball somewhat but a return to Pakistan, the setting of one its finest hours, gave cause for optimism.
From BBC ● Jul. 12, 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 follow-up to her 2005 dance-music album, the singer’s latest release is her finest work in two decades.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 7, 2026
The boat Anja lent them was, the men on the dock said, “the finest small ship we’ve seen this decade.”
From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell
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