- present tense form of subordinate (3rd person singular).
- plural of subordinate.
subordinates
Example Sentences
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Then, using the human’s knowledge and communication style, the AI doppelgänger takes on various jobs—like answering questions from subordinates.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 22, 2026
Its Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs, which includes Iran, shed scores of career officials last year, many of them replaced by greener subordinates or political appointees.
From Slate ● May 1, 2026
Under this model, leaders give subordinates clear objectives but leave the tactical execution to their discretion.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 4, 2026
The complaint detailed taped comments made by Petillo’s subordinates but included no evidence showing she had participated in the exchanges.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 17, 2026
Stalin often managed to shrug off the blame for his actions onto his subordinates or the Communist Party itself.
From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein
