variants
or apices
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as in pinnacles
the highest part or point
she reached the apex of fame, only to find it wasn't what she expected
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Recent Examples of apexes
Using them lets the driver maximize engine power under varying driving conditions, such as accelerating in a straight line or blasting between apexes at a track or on a twisty road.
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Karl Brauer, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for apexes
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Our destination was a cluster of coral pinnacles called Rib Reef, on the Great Barrier Reef’s outer edge.—
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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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Safety, wild animal management tips Here are a few things to keep in mind about safety and humane hazing when encountering wildlife, according to experts.—
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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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Helping in the formation of red and white blood cells and platelets in the bone marrow at the ends of the bones.—
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Adelman brought him back into the game while looking for a spark at both ends after New Orleans went on an 8-0 run to take a 100-94 lead.—
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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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In my view, pairing up ski days with two similar but unique (and close enough to easily ski both resorts) peaks makes for a fantastic experience.—
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More than 90 downhill runs, with plans to eventually add more, connect four peaks.—
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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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“Apexes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/apexes. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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