Prime

Adjective:

1. Of the best possible quality; excellent.
   • Example: The prime cuts of beef are the most expensive.
2. Main or most important.
   • Example: The prime objective of the project is to increase sales.
3. Of a number (in mathematics): Having no factor other than itself and one.
   • Example: The number 7 is a prime number.

Noun:

1. The period in life when a person is most active or successful.
   • Example: He is now in the prime of his life.
2. A prime number.
   • Example: The mathematician is studying primes.
3. A prime meridian.
   • Example: The Prime Meridian runs through Greenwich, England.

Verb:

1. To prepare (someone) for a situation, typically by supplying them with relevant information.
   • Example: She primed her team for the upcoming presentation.
2. To make something ready for use or action, especially by filling or charging with something.
   • Example: He primed the engine before starting it.

Collocations:

• Prime minister
• Prime time
• Prime example
• Prime suspect
• Prime location
• Prime interest
• Prime factor
• Prime rate
• Prime candidate

Prepositions commonly used with “prime”:

• Prime of
• Prime for
• Prime to

Example Sentences:

1. The prime suspect was taken into custody.
2. She is in the prime of her career.
3. The prime location of the hotel made it very popular.
4. This steak is a prime cut of meat.
5. He was the prime candidate for the job.
6. The prime objective of the meeting is to discuss the budget.
7. She primed the students for the upcoming exam.
8. The prime rate affects loan interest rates.
9. The prime example of leadership was shown by the CEO.
10. He is studying prime numbers in his math class.
11. They met during prime time at the café.
12. The prime minister addressed the nation.
13. The prime reason for his decision was family.
14. She primed the engine before the race.
15. The prime factor in the equation is missing.
16. This is a prime opportunity for investment.
17. The prime suspect had an alibi.
18. He is in his prime and full of energy.
19. The prime ingredient in this recipe is garlic.
20. The prime meridian is an important geographical line.
21. She is the prime choice for the role.
22. He is the prime target for the marketing campaign.
23. The prime directive is to ensure safety.
24. The prime movers of the project were congratulated.
25. The house is in a prime spot by the beach.
26. The prime minister’s policies are controversial.
27. She gave a prime performance in the play.
28. He was in the prime of his youth.
29. The company is located in a prime business district.
30. The prime interest of the investors is profit.
31. The chef used prime ingredients for the dish.
32. The prime number 13 is considered lucky by some.
33. The garden is in prime condition.
34. The prime directive of the organization is to help those in need.
35. He is the prime architect of the new policy.
36. She achieved prime fitness through regular exercise.
37. The prime location of the park attracts many visitors.
38. He primed himself for the challenging task ahead.
39. The prime example of innovation is the new smartphone.
40. The prime minister announced new reforms.
41. The prime cut of the roast was served first.
42. She is in her prime and has many accomplishments.
43. The prime suspect was questioned by the police.
44. He studied prime factors in his mathematics class.
45. The prime time for fishing is early morning.
46. The prime concern of the board is the company’s growth.
47. She was in her prime and won many awards.
48. The prime spot for viewing the parade is by the main street.
49. The prime meridian is zero degrees longitude.
50. The prime factor of 15 is 3.