who's who

noun

Definition of who's whonext
as in upper crust

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  1. upper crust
  2. cream
  3. pink
  4. upper class
  5. elect
  6. elite
  7. top drawer
  8. A-list
Noun
  • With Houston pushing to stay in the West’s upper crust, the Rockets are known to be shopping.
    John Hollinger, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
  • By Shannon Carlin August 1, 2024 8:06 AM EDT Kevin Kwan took inspiration for his best-selling 2013 rom-com, Crazy Rich Asians, from his own upper crust community in Singapore.
    Shannon Carlin, TIME, 1 Aug. 2024
Definition of upper crust
Noun
  • The menswear offering will feature bold and masculine colors such as burgundy, gray, camel, cognac, chocolate, peacock blue, cream and military green.
    Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 17 Jan. 2025
  • Stir in cream; cook, stirring constantly, until heated through, about 1 minute.
    Renu Dhar, Southern Living, 16 Jan. 2025
Definition of cream
Noun
  • Her design features a striking palette of bold pinks, deep reds, chartreuses and lush greens, each bead meticulously hand-sewn to create a visual symphony that captures both the vibrancy of New Orleans and the dignity of Black Masking culture.
    Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Hairstylist Kevin Kelly and makeup guru Darian Marie Horn gave Rachel a glam look, her dark locks pulled back in a relaxed updo with flowing waves and her cheeks and lips kissed with the softest of pinks.
    Dave Quinn, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of pink
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  • So, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac, the upper class would take leftover food, goods, or money and put them in boxes to give out to the poor.
    Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The British upper classes and a farmer's bum laid bare, as the Norfolk countryside slowly desiccates.
    The Week UK, theweek, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of upper class
Noun
  • But even states that elect coroners have some oversight.
    Audrey Dutton, ProPublica, 11 Nov. 2024
  • Governor Mike Kehoe became the governor elect on Tuesday with a decisive victory over Democratic nominee Crystal Quade.
    Matt Rybaltowski, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
Definition of elect
Noun
  • Cam has been an exceptional, an elite, Miami Hurricane.
    Ryan Morik, Fox News, 15 Jan. 2025
  • The Mar-a-Lago meeting dominated the conversation on Media Twitter/X, catching the industry elite off guard and leaving many MSNBC viewers feeling betrayed.
    Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
Definition of elite
Noun
  • The top drawer of the desk has been signed by various users since the 1940s.
    The Hill Staff, The Hill, 16 Jan. 2025
  • If your top drawer is in need of a refresh, check out some of the best finds below.
    Shea Simmons, People.com, 16 Jan. 2025
Definition of top drawer
Noun
  • Come back tomorrow for more of the latest A-list outings!
    Toria Sheffield, People.com, 13 Jan. 2025
  • Her appearance already draws a stark contrast to Trump’s 2017 inauguration, which was headlined by vocal Republicans like Toby Keith after A-list performers such as Elton John and Garth Brooks turned down the gig.
    Justin Curto, Vulture, 13 Jan. 2025
Definition of A-list
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