* Simple: The gardener added a layer of topsoil to the flower beds.
* Descriptive: The rich, dark topsoil in the garden was perfect for growing vegetables.
* Comparative: The topsoil in this region is much thinner than in the fertile valleys.
* With a verb: We carefully topsoiled the new lawn to ensure a healthy start.
* Figurative: The farmer's success was built on a foundation of hard work and rich topsoil (meaning good opportunities).