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figurehead
noun as in person who is leader in name only
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Example Sentences
Ms Ogura agrees, saying that with her as a figurehead for women in politics, "people are going to expect the same from us as well".
There is no room for non-playing figureheads at a major tournament.
"When you're working towards peace, it doesn't just begin with the figureheads, it begins with smaller groups – and I think that's important to celebrate."
It’s nice to be the figurehead in the cult of personality, but these are truly the best people in the business.
"But more than that, she's been a figurehead for the group."
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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