as in position
the placement of someone or something in relation to others in a vertical arrangement
a young karate student ready to rise to the next level in his chosen art of self-defense
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as in to balance
to make equal in amount, degree, or status
we'll give both teams the same equipment so as to level the playing field
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as in to smooth
to make free from breaks, curves, or bumps
the construction workers leveled the ground before laying a foundation for the new house
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as in to aim
to point or turn (something) toward a target or goal
the marksman leveled his gun at the target and fired
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as in to down
to strike (someone) so forcefully as to cause a fall
the boxer leveled his opponent with a single blow
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as in to demolish
to destroy (as a building) completely by knocking down or breaking to pieces
an old warehouse that was leveled to build a parking lot
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as in plane
having a surface without bends, breaks, or irregularities
looked for a level place to land the plane
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as in calm
free from emotional or mental agitation
in a much more level mood now that the worst is over
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Recent Examples of level
William Earl, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025
Not only does the Sonoran Desert region offer over 200 different courses for players of all levels, but spring weather is optimal before the arrival of grueling summer heat.
—David Weiss, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
One hundred years ago, a catastrophic tornado ripped through three states, leveling whole towns and killing nearly 700 people.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA TODAY, 18 Mar. 2025
Eduardo Tansley, The Athletic, 23 Nov. 2024
Standout benefits: Applicants in good health can skip the medical exam for a level term life insurance policy with Amica.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 2 Aug. 2024
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Noun
The research findings from this study highlight the incredible growth in the podcast industry and the strong engagement levels among podcast listeners.
—William Earl, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025
Not only does the Sonoran Desert region offer over 200 different courses for players of all levels, but spring weather is optimal before the arrival of grueling summer heat.
—David Weiss, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Verb
Joplin High School was also leveled just minutes after seniors received their diplomas off campus at nearby Missouri Southern State University.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
One hundred years ago, a catastrophic tornado ripped through three states, leveling whole towns and killing nearly 700 people.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA TODAY, 18 Mar. 2025
Adjective
If the players are level after 14 classical games, a tie-break will be played on December 13.
—Eduardo Tansley, The Athletic, 23 Nov. 2024
Standout benefits: Applicants in good health can skip the medical exam for a level term life insurance policy with Amica.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 2 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for level
Noun
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Tomas Soucek has added six goals from his midfield position.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
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Its high back reclines to six different positions, and the wide armrests offer space and support that’s helpful while reading.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
15 Mar. 2025
Verb
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This range allows the wines to balance the vibrant fruit flavors and the crisp acidity New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc is known for.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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By pairing environmental responsibility with simplified household routines, Arm & Hammer places itself strategically ahead of market trends, delivering a product that balances practicality and eco-responsibility.—
WWD,
WWD,
21 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Diversification can smooth the ride and mitigate the impact on investors when a high-flyer like Tesla hits turbulence.—
Shahar Ziv,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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The result is an indulgent, cooling formula that strengthens your skin barrier, smooths fine lines, and boosts your natural glow.—
Deanna Pai,
Allure,
8 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Multiple fans aim cool breezes toward the cook and discourage mosquitoes and flies from hanging around.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
22 Mar. 2025
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The arrest is in support of a recent executive order aimed at combating antisemitism.—
Bastiaan Vanacker,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Mar. 2025
Verb
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After downing Memphis in the semifinals, Ed Pinckney, Dwyane McClain and the Wildcats played what would be remembered as the ‘Perfect Game,’ going 22 for 27 from the field and upsetting Patrick Ewing and defending national champion Georgetown in the final, 66-64.—
Kels Dayton,
Hartford Courant,
20 Mar. 2025
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Every time a new drone is downed or captured, the captors take it apart to analyze its capabilities.—
David Hambling,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Many have long since been demolished or altered beyond recognition, but some of the most beautiful have miraculously kept their original structures and decoration intact.—
The New York Times,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 Mar. 2025
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Some residential buildings have been demolished; a hole is punched into the side of a mosque; chunks of broken concrete now bare the inside of someone’s home to the outside world.—
Jeremy Diamond,
CNN,
28 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Plus this episode also delivers peak unhinged Lex while he's stranded on an island post-plane crash and suffering from malaria, which leads to a moment that teases his natural killer instincts that he's kept so well hidden from Clark, and the world, so far.—
Christian Holub,
EW.com,
16 Oct. 2021
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But those cars were powered by pushrod engines with conventional cross-plane cranks.—
Rich Ceppos,
Car and Driver,
2 Oct. 2022
Adjective
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The calm, shallow waters of Holbox provide the ideal setting for this deeply relaxing, transformative activity.—
Rana Good,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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Spend your days hiking to Tahquitz Falls or strolling the calm trails within the Agua Caliente Indian Reservation.—
Danielle Pointdujour,
Essence,
13 Mar. 2025
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“Level.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/level. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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