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414. Third Maximum Number

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Given an integer array nums, return the third distinct maximum number in this array. If the third maximum does not exist, return the maximum number. Example 1: Input: nums = [3,2,1] Output: 1 Explanation: The first distinct maximum is 3. The second distinct maximum is 2. The third distinct maximum is 1. Example 2: Input: nums = [1,2] Output: 2 Explanation: The first distinct maximum is 2. Th

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