hierarchical
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To Trump, who has rigidly hierarchical notions of gender, that probably seems emasculating.
From Salon • Mar. 6, 2026
He wants to shake up its hierarchical culture, expand into robots and flying cars, and build factories in the U.S. faster.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 31, 2026
"However, there is no pressing need for immediate interim relief at this stage, given that some 300 officers and staff have already declared their involvement in Masonic and other hierarchical associations."
From BBC • Jan. 13, 2026
As is the case in all hierarchical organizations, the problem starts at the top.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 18, 2025
For most of its history Monte Alban was thus a huge village, not a true city, and certainly not a hierarchical state.
From "1491" by Charles C. Mann
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