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upmost

American  
[uhp-mohst, -muhst] / ˈʌpˌmoʊst, -məst /

adjective

  1. uppermost.


upmost British  
/ ˈʌpˌməʊst /

adjective

  1. another word for uppermost

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Etymology

Origin of upmost

First recorded in 1550–60; up- + -most

Example Sentences

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Jones insisted the club did "their upmost" to keep the pair, but, crucially added: "Unfortunately, these matters are sometimes taken out of your hands, especially under the current circumstances in Welsh rugby."

From BBC • Dec. 15, 2025

She added: "Access to a fair and humane justice system for all is a priority for all prosecutors, and we do our upmost to uphold these values at all times."

From BBC • Nov. 17, 2025

“My team and I have the upmost confidence that I will ultimately be cleared of all wrongdoing,” he continued.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2024

“We experienced an over-zealous security guard but my team and I have the upmost confidence that I will ultimately be cleared of all wrongdoing.”

From Seattle Times • Feb. 6, 2024

Far above Mossflower ground in the upmost terraces of foliage, the champion squirrel turned her flight in the direction of Redwall Abbey.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques

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