finest
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of finest
An Americanism dating back to 1925–30
Example Sentences
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In the book’s finest moments, Windolf reminds us what it means both to be an artist and to embrace change.
From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026
As beautiful as this book is, worthy of the finest coffee table, it would be a mistake to call it a hagiography.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
The ballroom would be "the finest Building of its kind anywhere in the World," he insisted.
From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026
He will go down categorically as one of the finest footballers to wear the Liverpool shirt.
From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026
“My friend,” said Somkit, slapping Pong on the shoulder, “welcome to the Mud House, the finest burned-out tenement building in the whole city.”
From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat
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