greatest
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Considered one of Ireland's greatest players, Slattery won 61 caps between 1970 and 1984 and also captained the side.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
"For me, Messi is the greatest football player in history," he said.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
Economists assume, for example, that consumers with limited income will allocate their budget to maximize utility—choosing the combination of goods that delivers the greatest satisfaction per unit of cost.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
And the wild thing, I think the greatest gift, was becoming a mother; I understood what it means, unconditional love.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
After that, finding something to eat became our greatest problem.
From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo
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