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uppermost

/ˈʌpɚˌmoʊst/ adverb C2
  1. In the highest position.
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Taking the forms, he carried them over to the window and carefully examined that which was uppermost.
The Return of Sherlock Holmes, p. 105 · C1
In Darcy’s presence she dared not mention Wickham’s name: but Elizabeth instantly comprehended that he was uppermost in her thoughts; and the various recollections connected with him gave her a moment’s distress; but, exerting herself vigorously to repel the ill-natured attack, she presently answered the question in a tolerably disengaged tone.
Pride and Prejudice, p. 303 · B2

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