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as in diadem
a decorative band or wreath worn about the head as a symbol of victory or honor the crown of laurel leaves that is traditionally placed on the winner of the marathon

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as in championship
the position occupied by the one who comes in first in a competition his lifelong dream of someday winning the heavyweight boxing crown

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as in to finish
to bring to a triumphant conclusion the Olympic Games were crowned by spectacular closing ceremonies

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When the flashlight is on, rotate the digital crown to double the brightness. PCMAG, 17 Sep. 2024 The all white outfits were an homage to previous protests against anti-Black violence such as the 1917 NAACP Silent parade, and Saturday’s marchers also wore purple, pink, and white flower crowns as a callback to transgender-rights advocate Marsha P. Johnson. Solcyré Burga / Washington, TIME, 14 Sep. 2024
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Savor a masterful balance of flavors such as eel hand rolls with cool avocado counterpoint and smoky Hamachi with truffle emulsion or oysters crowned with vibrant blood orange foam – a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 21 Sep. 2024 Inside, a grand foyer reveals a breathtaking three-level floating spiral staircase made of glass, brass and wood, crowned by a large circular skylight. Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 13 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for crown 

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“Crown.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crown. Accessed 29 Sep. 2024.

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