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at the top of the mountain vs on the top of the mountain

Both of these phrases are correct, but they're used in slightly different contexts. The choice between them depends on the specific situation and personal preference.
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This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

"at the top of the mountain"

This phrase is used to describe a location or position at the highest point of a mountain.

Examples:

  • We reached the summit and stood at the top of the mountain, enjoying the breathtaking view.
  • There is a small chapel at the top of the mountain.
  • The climbers were exhausted when they finally arrived at the top of the mountain.
  • The eagle soared gracefully at the top of the mountain.
  • The snow was pristine at the top of the mountain.
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Alternatives:

  • on the summit of the mountain
  • at the peak of the mountain
  • at the highest point of the mountain
  • at the mountain's summit
  • at the mountain peak

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

"on the top of the mountain"

This phrase is also used to describe a location or position at the highest point of a mountain, but some speakers may prefer "on" over "at".

Examples:

  • The flag was waving proudly on the top of the mountain.
  • There is a beautiful lake on the top of the mountain.
  • The climbers set up their camp on the top of the mountain.
  • The snow was deep on the top of the mountain.
  • The castle ruins sit on the top of the mountain.
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  • Jul 12, 2024 ... 290 likes, 14 comments - a.spendabeat on July 12, 2024: "Everybody wanna live on the top of the mountain but the happiness and growth occurs ...
  • Oct 18, 2023 ... I don't know if it was built by the dwarves or a power far older, but it came out on the top of the mountain. Upvote 2. Downvote Reply reply
  • Jul 10, 2021 ... a man standing on the rock on the top of the mountain. Krabi First Day On the Dragon Crest. Back in July 2020, when the COVID-19 situation in ...
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  • Apr 19, 2023 ... In my heart, I will always be that girl on the top of the mountain, looking for the tranquility that can only be found in the middle of a ...
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  • Feb 17, 2015 ... A wise man with weak heart will live alone on the top of the mountain. A wise man with strong heart will live at the foot of the mountain and change everything ...
  • That is, Yahweh would meet Moses on the top of the mountain, and if Yahweh is present then the mountain must be holy ground. Yahweh does indeed meet Moses ...
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Alternatives:

  • on the summit of the mountain
  • on the peak of the mountain
  • on the highest point of the mountain
  • on the mountain's summit
  • on the mountain peak

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