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tier

noun

ˈtir

Definition of tier

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one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic the bottom tier of entrants

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Recent Examples of tier Free accounts can't access any of Google's connected plugins, which require a Plus-tier subscription or higher. — James Peckham, PC Magazine, 28 Aug. 2026 Haute cuisine and larger suites have created a more expensive tier within United’s business class—a strategy other airlines are also pursuing. — Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2026 This tier runs through Day 1–7 or until sold out, limited to 400 units. — New Atlas, 28 Aug. 2026 Halo, God of War, Call of Duty — that’s remotely close to the same tier. — Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tier

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Thailand has yet to secure an Oscar nomination in the international feature category.

— Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 27 Aug. 2026
The screenplay placed second in the horror category at the 2025 Slamdance Screenplay Competition, winning Filmmatic’s Horror/Thriller Screenplay Awards, and selected for the 2026 Grey List.

— Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 27 Aug. 2026

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John Ratcliffe’s surprise talks with Russian officials were the first of their kind since his predecessor visited in late 2021, also to deliver a warning — to not attack Ukraine.

— Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 27 Aug. 2026
The United States and India finalized a consequential trade deal in February, the first of its kind between the two countries, which promises to increase bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030.

— C. Raja Mohan, Foreign Affairs, 27 Aug. 2026

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