ut-, 外面，词源同out，-most, 双重最高级后缀，词源同foremost, former.

1. My limited diplomatic skills were tested to the utmost.

我有限的外交手腕儿受到了极其严峻的考验。

2. They mean to bleed the British to the utmost.

他们要最大限度地榨取英国人的财富。

3. One thing is certain, both have the utmost respect for each other.

有一点可以肯定，那就是双方都非常尊重对方。

4. Utmost care must be taken not to spill any of the contents.

千万注意里面的东西一点都不能洒出来。

5. It is a matter of utmost urgency.

这事刻不容缓。