- plural of subordinate.
- present tense form of subordinate (3rd person singular).
subordinates
Example Sentences
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Mr. Thune’s approach seems to be working, in that it’s speeding through batches of noncontroversial agency subordinates, while preserving the Senate’s right to confirm, or not, the next intended Attorney General.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026
Holder, subordinates text and history to state prerogatives.
From Slate ● May 5, 2026
This has long unnerved investors wary of backing a company whose mission explicitly subordinates profit to the broader benefit of humanity.
From Barron's ● Apr. 28, 2026
Under this model, leaders give subordinates clear objectives but leave the tactical execution to their discretion.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 4, 2026
He was known as a diligent worker, and his skill and leadership qualities were plain to all his subordinates.
From "The Martian" by Andy Weir
