- plural of subordinate.
- present tense form of subordinate (3rd person singular).
subordinates
Example Sentences
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Holder, subordinates text and history to state prerogatives.
From Slate ● May 5, 2026
Under this model, leaders give subordinates clear objectives but leave the tactical execution to their discretion.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 4, 2026
The party also placed some of Ma’s former subordinates in the Shenzhen municipal government and the chairman of a major property developer in the city under investigation in recent months.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 3, 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
His subordinates all live in terror of him.
From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein
