charter member

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It was only a matter of time before Diogenes, a charter member of the Cynic movement that began in the fourth century B.C., got his turn.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 17, 2025

Of course, Benmont Tench III is most well-known for being the guy sitting over Tom Petty’s right shoulder as a charter member of the Heartbreakers, rocking away at the Hammond B3 organ.

From Salon • May 27, 2025

His supporters included charter member and jazz giant Nat King Cole.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2024

The steal did more than make Acuña the game’s charter member of the 40-70 club.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 4, 2023

“I believe you know my friend and charter member of the Loyal Order of the Stone Bone, Mr. Borlock.”

From "Stargirl" by Jerry Spinelli