highest rank

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Some managing directors, the highest rank for a nonexecutive, now share small offices, a downgrade from their previous digs on Madison Avenue.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 18, 2026

Danylo Yavhusishyn fled the war in Ukraine to become a sumo wrestler in Japan and his rapid rise has taken him to one step away from reaching the ancient sport's highest rank.

From Barron's • Feb. 4, 2026

Serving and former service personnel had become suspicious of the supposed rear admiral - the third highest rank in the Royal Navy - when they saw his sword and the rare Distinguished Service Order medal.

From BBC • Jan. 5, 2026

At that time, the Boy Scouts of America said that girls would be able to earn the highest rank of Eagle Scout.

From New York Times • May 7, 2024

He holds the highest rank among the Latin writers of his century.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 4 "Hero" to "Hindu Chronology" by Various