king of the hill
The phrase "king of the hill" typically refers to a game or competition where one person or team is positioned at the top or dominant position of a physical or metaphorical hill or elevated platform. This individual or group enjoys a superior position, power, or control over their competitors or opponents, and they must defend their position against others who try to surpass or knock them down from the top. The phrase can also be used metaphorically to describe someone who possesses great influence or authority in a particular field or domain.
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