atop

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Swaying spotlights atop the massive stage swayed back in forth like searchlights in a storm.

From Barron's • Jul. 5, 2026

Its email displayed a beribboned package atop the words: “Happy birthday, Brenda! We wish you a year filled with good health and well-being!”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026

Also, the giant neon “Jesus Saves” sign that has sat atop the building since its days as a church is still there — and the owners have no plans to remove it.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2026

Erling Haaland stood on the pitch in Dallas, a goofy grin across his face and a Viking helmet atop his head at a jaunty angle.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

He was tall and thin, this man, with a dollop of coarse white hair atop his head.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el