as in envoy
a person sent on a mission to represent another
a beloved entertainer who has often been sent abroad by the president as his country's goodwill ambassador
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Recent Examples of ambassador
In addition to contributions to optimizing car performance, race strategy and driver development, Hunter-Reay will act as a key ambassador for the team, strengthening its high-performance culture and supporting partner engagement and business growth initiatives.
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Bruce Martin, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
The Vatican’s incoming ambassador to Washington, Gabriele Caccia, fought to be heard during his opening speech.
—Jared Perlo, NBC news, 6 June 2026
On June 4, the Chloé ambassador posed in a white babydoll minidress with lace trim.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 5 June 2026
At first, the position was more like an ambassador than a member of Congress.
—Austin Bussing, The Conversation, 4 June 2026
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Bruce Martin, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
The Vatican’s incoming ambassador to Washington, Gabriele Caccia, fought to be heard during his opening speech.
—Jared Perlo, NBC news, 6 June 2026
On June 4, the Chloé ambassador posed in a white babydoll minidress with lace trim.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 5 June 2026
At first, the position was more like an ambassador than a member of Congress.
—Austin Bussing, The Conversation, 4 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ambassador
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Simon Mulongo, a former African Union special envoy to Somalia and the Sahel, sees the same trend and argues the debate is no longer about whether Africa should partner with global powers but on what terms.—
Nimi Princewill,
CNN Money,
8 June 2026
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Among other things, the investigation is looking into whether Andrew leaked confidential government information during his time as a British trade envoy.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
8 June 2026
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An email to representatives for Affinity Gaming was not immediately returned.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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According to the petition documents, Jackson had initially been assured by Reiner’s siblings, Jake and Romy, and a family representative that his fees would be paid by the family.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
10 June 2026
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The leader sets direction, delegates while retaining accountability, builds teams and achieves results through people.—
Dr. Adil Dalal,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Malcolm Pein, an English delegate to FIDE who is preparing a possible challenge to Dvorkovich in the next election for president of the organisation, told Reuters there were a significant number of countries that vehemently disagreed with the FIDE decision.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
12 June 2026
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Sarbananda Sonowal, India’s minister of ports, shipping and waterways, said the three seafarers on the Settebello had been confirmed dead, with two bodies recovered so far.—
Sarah Dean,
NBC news,
12 June 2026
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Annie, an accomplished painter, designed it alongside the couple's minister.—
Kevin Strong,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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“Ambassador.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ambassador. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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