headman

Example Sentences

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The most endearing among them is Ismail Altıntoprak, the muhtar, or elected headman, of Karagümrük.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

Heimonmi Shylla, headman of the hamlet with about 500 households and a deacon, says almost all residents are Presbyterian, Catholic or members of the Church of God.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 17, 2024

The village headman summoned her and said that by garlanding Nehru, she had become his bride.

From BBC • Dec. 13, 2023

Saltwater had destroyed the ability of the 150 residents to grow crops, taking away livelihoods and food security, says former village headman Sailosi Ramatu.

From Reuters • Aug. 2, 2022

His wolverine dæmon twitched her nose at Hester, who flicked an ear in response, and then the headman spoke.

From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman