central figure
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But despite Cárdenas’ political failures, he remained a respected elder statesman and a central figure on the Mexican left until his death.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026
One big name likely to stay far from the Venice limelight is Elon Musk, the central figure in a documentary from US filmmaker Alex Gibney.
From Barron's ● Sep. 2, 2026
Eighty five goals later, he remains the central figure of Thomas Tuchel's side, the classy captain that can always be relied upon for a match-winning performance.
From BBC ● Jul. 9, 2026
“He was a central figure in being able to talk to everyone at the court.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 28, 2026
Don Quixote, the central figure of the mighty satire which gave its death-blow to chivalry, is perhaps typical of the romance reader of Cervantes’ day.
From Legends & Romances of Spain by Lewis Spence
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