dignitaries
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Ahead of the ceremonies, foreign dignitaries convened to pay their respects, including Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia’s Security Council, and He Wei, vice chairman of China’s top lawmaking body.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 3, 2026
Iranians began to gather on Friday for the funeral ceremonies of slain supreme leader Ali Khamenei, as officials and international dignitaries paid their last respects to the man who ran the country for three-and-a-half decades.
From Barron's ● Jul. 3, 2026
After Miller’s death in 1935, the hotel’s reputation spread even further, attracting dignitaries of the day — and the future.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 11, 2026
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
The house is a showplace for the Kwangs’ many guests and visiting dignitaries, trimmed in heavy damask and chintz, with freshly cut flowers.
From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee
