as in pillar
a person who has a high rank or an important position
The dinner was attended by many foreign dignitaries. dignitaries of the church
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Recent Examples of dignitary
Originally called Juan y Lolita Rancho, the property quickly became a gathering place for local ranchers and riders, Hollywood heavy hitters, and visiting dignitaries.
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 21 Jan. 2026
The president may also order that the flag be flown at half-staff to commemorate the death of other officials, former officials or foreign dignitaries, such as the death of Pope Francis.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 18 Jan. 2026
As for security, there are 1,147 officers from various forces, including the state police, special units, the finance police and the Carabinieri (Italian military police), who will ensure the safety of the athletes, spectators and dignitaries.
—Denny Alfonso, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2026
Though Rubio meets nearly every day with foreign dignitaries, his most consequential work, advising the President, takes place in private.
—Dexter Filkins, New Yorker, 12 Jan. 2026
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 21 Jan. 2026
The president may also order that the flag be flown at half-staff to commemorate the death of other officials, former officials or foreign dignitaries, such as the death of Pope Francis.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 18 Jan. 2026
As for security, there are 1,147 officers from various forces, including the state police, special units, the finance police and the Carabinieri (Italian military police), who will ensure the safety of the athletes, spectators and dignitaries.
—Denny Alfonso, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2026
Though Rubio meets nearly every day with foreign dignitaries, his most consequential work, advising the President, takes place in private.
—Dexter Filkins, New Yorker, 12 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dignitary
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The geologic monocline extends almost 100 miles and is surrounded by white sandstone domes, towering monoliths, and otherworldly pillars and arches.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Jan. 2026
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As prosecutor general, Saab has been a key legal pillar of Nicolás Maduro’s government, overseeing cases against opposition leaders, protesters, journalists and civil society activists.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
6 Jan. 2026
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The annual Davos gathering of political leaders, top executives and celebrities runs from January 20 to 24.—
Arjun Kharpal,
CNBC,
24 Jan. 2026
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As viewers at home debate which celebrity contestant has the best strategy, the streamer has released a statement reminding audiences to be kind.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
24 Jan. 2026
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The Fort Worth of the 1800s, a hub of livestock trading and a living monument to cowboy culture, hasn’t died.—
Chris Torres,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Jan. 2026
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For travelers interested in exploring more than just free-entry parks, the National Park Service maintains a database of other sites, monuments, and memorials that don’t require a fee.—
Opheli Garcia Lawler,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Jan. 2026
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It was once said, for instance, that Disney’s cast members — staff, in park parlance — would be able to recognize if someone’s personality leaned resistance, First Order or rogue.—
Todd Martens,
Boston Herald,
25 Jan. 2026
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The siblings have different personalities, according to their keepers; Xiao Xiao is timid while his sister Lei Lei is fearless and adapts to changes quickly.—
Chris Lau,
CNN Money,
25 Jan. 2026
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The entertainment industry rewards relevance, star power and personal branding.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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Nearby, Sotheby’s will host its first Masters Week at the Breuer Building; its star lot will be a Rembrandt drawing of a lion estimated to sell between $15-20 million.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
27 Jan. 2026
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The tour is focused on getting the top names to play together more often, and reducing the number of events is one way to do that.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Jan. 2026
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Saman, who asked ABC News not to use his full name for fear of his safety, was in Rasht -- the largest city on Iran's Caspian Sea coast -- when the major protests formed.—
Somayeh Malekian,
ABC News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Jacobs-Jenkins cannot help noting that among that generation of Bible-quoting civil rights worthies are enough sins of the father to burden a host of sons.—
Jesse Green,
New York Times,
18 Mar. 2025
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Martin Luther King, Senator J. William Fulbright, and California Gov. Pat Brown all said so and who would know better than these worthies?—
Walter E Block,
Orange County Register,
13 Feb. 2025
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While there are miles of regular season basketball still remaining, Morales is encouraged to see his team’s commitment on defensive – especially from unsung hero Cal Weidman.—
Justin Barrasso,
Boston Herald,
24 Jan. 2026
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Highguard, the new hero shooter that debuted at the highest profile finale slot of the highest profile game showcase of the year, The Game Awards, had not said a single word about the game ahead of its Monday, January 26 launch.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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“Dignitary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dignitary. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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