executor

Definition of executornext
as in delegate
someone who is named to act on behalf of another He named his daughter as the executor of his will.

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Recent Examples of executor Those messages led me to create this guide as a starting point for families, executors, surviving spouses, and beneficiaries. Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026 No law firm, executor or court is named Legitimate inheritance notices always include verifiable legal contacts. Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 22 May 2026 The digital replication right does not expire at a person’s death, and can be transferred and licensed by heirs, executors and others. Ted Johnson, Deadline, 20 May 2026 But a messy dispute between Jackson’s daughter, Paris, and his estate’s executors, entertainment lawyer John Branca and music executive John McClain, has taken some of the fizz out of the celebration. Rebecca Keegan, NBC news, 15 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for executor
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Noun
  • Speaking between ballots, Tafoya repeatedly reminded delegates about the importance of winning the general election, while Schwarze encouraged them not to compromise their principles.
    Jay Gabler, Twin Cities, 30 May 2026
  • Frederiksen said Tafoya's broadcasting career could be an asset in a primary race, though her appeal to convention delegates remains an open question.
    Liz Christy, CBS News, 28 May 2026
Noun
  • The real payoff is in watching Jackie, along with the actress playing her, slowly molt out of brand protection mode, and the always likable Goldstein is content to accept his role as a mere agent of that change.
    David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 4 June 2026
  • Epstein told them to wait, walked over to the agents himself, and returned ten minutes later.
    James Hill, ABC News, 4 June 2026
Noun
  • It’s also spent the last six months in a dramatic proxy contest with its founder, which was costly and took management’s attention away from its turnaround.
    Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 4 June 2026
  • Their mother made Jerry her health proxy and Arnold the executor of her will, forcing in effect their cooperation.
    Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
Noun
  • During closing arguments before the jury Tuesday, Grossman’s attorney, Esther Holm, echoed that claim.
    Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
  • He will be required to attend an alcohol treatment program, Laboeuf’s attorney, Sarah Chervinsky, told the AP.
    Pat Saperstein, Variety, 3 June 2026
Noun
  • Weiss and Bilton were present, along with CBS News president Tom Cibrowski and a human resources representative, according to a source.
    Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 3 June 2026
  • Phelan still serves in the House as the representative for District 21 in Beaumont, Texas.
    Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 3 June 2026
Noun
  • According to the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office, deputies raided the home and found eight people recovering from cosmetic surgery inside, along with two employees.
    Nikiya Carrero, CBS News, 3 June 2026
  • But a comment made by deputy commissioner Bill Daly during the annual State of the NHL news conference with commissioner Gary Bettman on Tuesday helps illustrate why the issue remains anything but easy for many with a stake in tournaments such as the 2028 World Cup.
    Chris Johnston, New York Times, 3 June 2026

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“Executor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/executor. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.

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