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
Pelicot became a global figurehead of strength and feminism after waiving her right to anonymity and confronting dozens of the men who had raped her.
From BBC • Feb. 23, 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
A religious figurehead, he claims a pope-like status as the head of millions of Shiite Muslims around the world.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 17, 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
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Revolution in Our Time
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Civilizations of East Asia and Southeast Asia, Lesson 4–7
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