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At the top of your game

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01 / UNDERSTAND

Meaning in plain English

Performing at your best in a skill, job or activity.

02 / SEE IT IN CONTEXT

The expression in a sentence

  1. She was at the top of her game during the final presentation.

03 / CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING

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Performing at your best in a skill, job or activity.
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At the top of your game — Performing at your best in a skill, job or activity.

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Performing at your best in a skill, job or activity.

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When to use it

Use it positively for someone working or competing extremely well. It suits conversations about work, sport and creative skills.

More examples in context

  • The experienced chef is still at the top of his game.
  • We want the whole team at the top of its game for the exhibition.

Usage note

The expression is not limited to games. Change your to match the subject. It focuses on peak performance, not necessarily being better than every other person.

A short conversation

A: How was the guitarist at last night’s concert?
B: At the top of her game. Every difficult passage sounded effortless.
A: I would like to hear her next performance.

One more practice question

Who is at the top of their game?

A. Someone performing exceptionally well in their field.
B. Someone unable to use a skill they normally perform well.

Check your answer

A. The expression describes a very high level of performance.

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