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elite

[ih-leet, ey-leet] / ɪˈlit, eɪˈlit /




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Towns has always been an elite shooter, but not not ago, it was easy to find Knicks fans fed up with the big man’s ambivalent defense and virtuosity at collecting foolish fouls.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Deciding whether or not to try to return to elite sport, having dedicated their lives to it, is a deeply personal and immensely difficult call for athletes with an ICD.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

France, as always, brings elite quality across every line.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Although representing only 1% of all rich individuals, this elite group holds nearly 35% of total wealth, or about $34.2 trillion.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Ironically, this disenchantment with Durham’s black elite among poor blacks came just as the former group realized its apotheosis.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson




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