uppermost

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In one chaos terrain that formed within an ancient impact crater, the uppermost layers contain polyhydrated sulfates.

From Science Daily • Mar. 10, 2026

This week’s retreat, which clipped more than a full percent from the S&P 500, happened to include elements of all three that likely will remain uppermost in investors’ minds over the coming weeks.

From Barron's • Feb. 24, 2026

In fact, corruption was uppermost in Rama's mind when he made Diella part of his team as minister for public procurement.

From BBC • Sep. 12, 2025

“The health and safety of my constituents are uppermost in my mind as we recover from the wildfires,” Chu said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 15, 2025

It was as much as ever he could do to keep afloat, and when he reached the grating he rolled over in the water, belly uppermost, like a dying fish.

From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams