high-ranking
Example Sentences
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What inspired you to go from this relatively behind-the-scenes, former high-ranking legislative aide to a Democratic candidate for state senate in your home district?
From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026
She also scorched the DOJ lawyers—and specifically one high-ranking official, Lisa K. Hsiao—for deeply unethical behavior.
From Slate • May 18, 2026
“These factors allowed Israel to construct a precise target bank encompassing both field commanders and high-ranking leadership figures,” Shehadeh said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026
The indictment also included nine other current and former Mexican officials, including a high-ranking policeman, a senator and a mayor.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
“Sir Edward Maria Wingfield. A very high-ranking gentleman, and a member of the Virginia Company. Remember who he is.”
From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone
