peak

US /piːk/
UK /piːk/
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the point of highest activity, intensity, or achievement

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The athlete reached the peak of his career at the age of 28.
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Traffic usually reaches its peak between 5 PM and 6 PM.
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the pointed top of a mountain or hill

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They finally reached the mountain peak after a long climb.
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From the peak, we could see the entire valley.
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reach a maximum; achieve the highest point of activity, intensity, or achievement

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The singer's popularity peaked in the 1990s.
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The stock market peaked last month before a slight decline.
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at the point of highest activity, intensity, or achievement

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The company is currently in its peak production period.
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We need to avoid traveling during peak hours.
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