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as in pinnacles
the highest part or point
the acme of their basketball season was their hard-won victory over last year's state champs
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as in manifestations
the most perfect type or example
a movie that has come to be regarded as the acme of the Hollywood musical
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Our destination was a cluster of coral pinnacles called Rib Reef, on the Great Barrier Reef’s outer edge.—
Susan Casey, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026
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And speaking of monologues, Carrie Coon’s surprising final sentiment has to be one of the finale’s pinnacles.—
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On the choruses, SZA’s voice floats in from the back, sharing manifestations and advice.—
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Gold is a color associated with luxury, luminosity, and celebration—ideal for the holidays and all your New Year manifestations.—
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They can easily be transitioned from lounging at home to a street-ready outfit or casual traveling, as the stripes can be mixed and matched with a wide range of tops like blazers, denim jackets, and simple tees—all without looking sloppy.—
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Keep browsing for discounts on other product categories as well, including sweaters, coats, tops, skirts, and more.—
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The collection is built around a fascination of the forest, its mystery, beauty, and the sublime forces of nature, its perfections and imperfections.—
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The draft discussion around Manning never quite matched the hype heights typically scaled by the top quarterbacks in the class.—
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There is also a palpable sense of joy in his music that reminds me of fellow mandolin greats Davis Grisman and Chris Thile, who have also taken their respetive instruments to new heights.—
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Other producers have collaborated to figure out how to prevent flaws without compromising their ideals.—
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The belief that every student is capable of this kind of thinking, and deserves to experience it, was one of the noblest ideals of democratic education.—
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Full moons are culminations — don’t forget to pause and see what’s already come full circle before rushing into more.—
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Publix has their bakery classics that never disappoint—cookie cake and Key lime pie for us always are at the top of lists.—
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Screenings take place on select days throughout the year, featuring a range of movie classics at the historic Aurora Fox Arts Center.—
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“Acmes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acmes. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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