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greatest

British  
/ ˈɡreɪtɪst /

adjective

  1. the superlative of great

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noun

  1. slang an exceptional person

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Nobody is coming to call him the greatest pitcher ever.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Given the risk of slowing global growth, the miner faces the greatest de-rating risks in RBC’s coverage, the analysts say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

“If 24-hour care is needed for an extended period of time, it can easily be the single greatest expense of a person’s lifetime.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

"It's definitely uplifting. And the greatest thing about it, is that it will carry on."

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

“You say we could lose our lives for this child. I would consider that the greatest honor that could come to my family.”

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom

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