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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chieftainship
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Aged 22, Matheson completed a diploma in sport directorship.—
Stuart James,
New York Times,
14 Feb. 2026 -
Mladenov must also figure out how to transition Gaza from nearly two decades of Hamas rule to the Palestinian technocratic committee under his directorship.—
Andrew Carey,
CNN Money,
18 Jan. 2026
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These chapters exist under the headship of the National Students for Justice in Palestine, who distributed a toolkit identifying themselves as part of the Operation Al-Aqsa Flood.—
Jeremiah Poff,
Washington Examiner,
24 Oct. 2023
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If people question the absolute infallibility of scripture, perhaps favoring a more literary or historical approach, then the case for male headship collapses.—
Audrey Clare Farley,
The New Republic,
3 Jan. 2022
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In pre-Christian Ireland, sucking breasts was a way of showing subjugation to a king and the cutting out of Old Croghan Man’s nipples is, historians believe, an indication that he had been thus stripped of his claims to kingship.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
17 Mar. 2026
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This brings the note of tragic kingship.—
Doreen St. Félix,
New Yorker,
1 Feb. 2026
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This rental feels right at home in the community, offering amenities like bicycles and beach chairs for soaking in the sun.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
19 Mar. 2026
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Throughout his confirmation hearing, Mullin struck a soft tone on some of the administration's most contentious policies, but his combative style was seen in a heated exchange with the committee chair.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Mar. 2026
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Father Dickie, mother Imelda, kids Cass and PJ each get a chance at the novel’s helm, building to a climax that is tense and unforgettable.—
John Warner,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2026
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The high-tech helm station within, which was developed in collaboration with Fincantieri, combines ergonomics with advanced instrumentation to ensure precise, comfortable handling even at speeds in excess of 50 knots.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
12 Mar. 2026
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The last such visit came during Ronald Reagan’s presidency.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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Kast narrowly lost the presidency in 2021 to Boric in the runoff election.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Chieftainship.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chieftainship. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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