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king of the hill
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the person who holds the highest position or achieves the greatest success in a particular context or competition
What is the origin of the idiom "king of the hill" and when to use it?
The origin of the idiom "king of the hill" is uncertain, but it is believed to have originated from children's games where the objective is to reach the top of a hill and maintain that position. The person who reaches the top and stays there the longest is considered the "king" of the hill. The expression is used to refer to a person or group who is in a dominant or superior position, often achieved through competition or struggle.
Example
After winning the championship for the third year in a row, the basketball team was clearly the king of the hill.
The tech company's innovative product quickly surpassed its competitors and became the king of the hill in the industry.
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