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rise to the top rise to the top1. To move up to or toward the uppermost point of something. Fat from the beef will rise to the top in an unappetizing foam, so be sure to skim this off as the stew cooks. As the solution cools, the lighter elements will begin rising to the top.2. To reach the most prominent position in some group, organization, company, etc. He started in the law firm as a mail clerk, spending his next 20 years rising to the top. She eventually rose to the top in the navy, becoming the first female four-star admiral.See also: rise, toprise to the topto move or float to something, such as the top, surface, etc. The cream will rise to the top. The lighter oil rose to the top and we scooped it up and saved it.See also: rise, top |