upper echelon

The film is going to be a huge critical and commercial hit, vaulting Stoller into the upper echelon of Hollywood comedy directors.

Despite the volatility of the stock market and the recession, the upper echelon of the metropolitan area seems awash in cash.

Sure, I would love to be in contention for the roles that the upper echelon girls are.

Oil production was booming and the upper echelon could feel it.

All of course hinged upon the very vital conference with the upper echelon of Tegurian rulers.