topped

word · lemma: top

Definition

Past tense of 'top.' Means having something put on top, or to have reached the highest point or lead in a ranking.

Usage & Nuances

Commonly used for food ('pizza topped with cheese'), sports or charts ('She topped the list'). In food, means an ingredient is added on top; in rankings, it means being number one. Can be both literal and figurative.

Example Sentences

The cake was topped with strawberries.

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She topped her ice cream with nuts.

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That song topped the charts last year.

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His burger was topped with a fried egg and bacon.

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The movie topped box office sales for weeks.

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She finally topped her personal best in swimming yesterday.

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