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principal

[prin-suh-puhl] / ˈprɪn sə pəl /




NOUN
original amount of property either owned or owed
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“My biggest fear is that learning becomes an imitation of learning,” Indrek Lillemägi, principal of Tallinn Pelgulinna State high school.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Their principal value is adjusted upward when prices rise.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

Cooperstone, Philip Hart and Kristen Roberts of Ohio State are also principal investigators on the study.

From Science Daily • May 30, 2026

An electrical problem was the suspected cause, her principal added.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

It’s probably a good thing that I spilled the beans beforehand, because we’re pretty quiet and respectful when the principal makes the announcement.

From "Linked" by Gordon Korman




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