dignitaries
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In normal circumstances, when American dignitaries come to Normandy for the anniversary to pay their respects, it’s a solemn but proud occasion.
From Salon ● Jun. 9, 2026
Applauded by entrepreneurs, friendly foreign dignitaries and officials, inside the congress hall the Russian president could style himself as a super strong leader.
From BBC ● Jun. 7, 2026
The few foreign dignitaries who visit are often gifted Akhal-Teke -- including former French President Francois Mitterrand, Russia's Vladimir Putin and China's leader Xi Jinping.
From Barron's ● Jun. 5, 2026
Songs from “The Sound of Music” have long been used to welcome American dignitaries to China.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 21, 2026
Mrs. Ferris gave him a gold whistle, then she and Ferris and the other dignitaries climbed into the first car.
From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson
