headman

Example Sentences

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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

But as far as Harrison is concerned, the longtime headman suggested Kraus might have jumped the gun in making his requests and may not have been far enough in negotiations to warrant the demands.

From Fox News • May 5, 2020

The headman knew that what they said was right.

From "The Girl Who Married a Lion: and Other Tales from Africa" by Alexander Mccall Smith