figurehead

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And in 2018’s “Pope Francis: A Man of His Word,” Wenders was given rare access to Western religion’s most prominent figurehead as he preached progressive values around the world.

From Salon • Mar. 6, 2026

Simply getting Zuckerberg on the stand Wednesday was a coup for the plaintiffs and a potential liability for his company’s platforms, which must now contend with profound public distaste for the Meta figurehead.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

At the time Kennedy was weighing installing a new leader for the FDA, leaving Makary to be more of a figurehead, the Journal previously reported.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026

Prisoners include Freddy Superlano, a close ally of opposition figurehead Maria Corina Machado.

From Barron's • Jan. 11, 2026

The sweep of her hair back from her face, the curve of her nostril suggested the figurehead of a ship plunging gallantly into a rough sea.

From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie