The term 'in first place' can be represented by four different crossword solutions: AHEAD (5 letters), ONTOP (5 letters), WNNNG (5 letters), and ATTHETOP (8 letters). AHEAD is an adverb that means in front or before something else. ONTOP is an adverb that means on the highest point or surface of something. WNNNG is an adjective that means having won a competition or contest. ATTHETOP is an adverb that means at the highest point or surface of something. All four of these words refer to being in the highest position or rank, which is what 'in first place' implies.