"top of mind" meaning in English

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Adjective

Audio: En-au-top of mind.ogg [Australia]
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  1. (idiomatic, business) Foremost in one's thoughts; of greatest concern or priority. Tags: idiomatic Categories (topical): Business Synonyms: front of mind, preeminent, top-of-mind Derived forms: top of mind awareness
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