fore·most
ˈfȯr-ˌmōst 
1
: first in a series or progression
Safety is their foremost concern.
2
: of first rank or position : preeminent
He is the foremost authority on the American Civil War period.
1
: in the first place
2
: most importantly
first and foremost
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Adjective
Albert Einstein is regarded by many as the foremost figure of the 20th century.
wanted to speak to the foremost supervisor in our department
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For her, getting dressed is foremost a pleasure pursuit.
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Adjective
Through them, the Chinese firm has persuaded the president to defend a tool wielded by America’s foremost foreign adversary.
—The Editors, National Review, 5 Apr. 2025
Forbes Business Council is the foremost growth and networking organization for business owners and leaders.
—Tim Pratte, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Adverb
First, and foremost, Jada Williams, the highly sought after guard from Arizona has decided to transfer to Iowa State.
—Allison Smith, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
For her, getting dressed is foremost a pleasure pursuit.
—Julian Randall, Essence, 24 Mar. 2025
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“Foremost.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/foremost. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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