top ten
Americanplural noun
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the ten most popular songs, records, movies, etc., during a specific period.
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the ten best or highest ranked persons, places, or items in a group or category.
adjective
Etymology
Origin of top ten
First recorded in 1955–60
Example Sentences
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It was among six out of 2025’s top ten reality shows on streaming services that featured contestants living in a house together, like in “Million Dollar Secret” and “Beast Games.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026
Police figures seen by the BBC show that eight of the top ten hotspots for electricity theft are in the north of England.
From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026
The company has around 70 luxury stores and additional off-price stores and some 16,830 employees, and believes it is “the largest global partner for nine of the top ten luxury brands,” according to the filing.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 14, 2026
“The Ed Gein Story” has lingered in the streamer’s list of top ten shows since its debut nearly a month ago, reflective of the robust marketplace for horror.
From Salon • Oct. 29, 2025
“In my top ten favorite bands, maybe even top five.”
From "Burning Blue" by Paul Griffin
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