as in star
the person who has the most important role in a play, movie, or TV show
my cousin is one of the principals in a new sitcom this fall
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as in main
coming before all others in importance
our principal reason for coming here today
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as in chief
highest in rank or authority
the principal researcher in the company's chemical division
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Recent Examples of principal
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 14 May 2025
The principal later confirmed in a message to families seen by Newsweek that ICE had been in the vicinity of the school.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 May 2025
Wendy Lee, Los Angeles Times, 16 May 2025
Sangeeta Ranjit, group product manager, and Scott Bingham, principal product manager with Microsoft’s identity and access management team, have made that very clear indeed.
—Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 4 May 2025
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Noun
It is needed by pediatricians and school principals, who are on the front lines of any outbreak.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 14 May 2025
The principal later confirmed in a message to families seen by Newsweek that ICE had been in the vicinity of the school.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 May 2025
Adjective
Rob Enderle, principal analyst with advisory services firm Enderle Group, said the recent ruling applies to the U.S. and Apple wants to retain the rest of its control worldwide.
—Wendy Lee, Los Angeles Times, 16 May 2025
Sangeeta Ranjit, group product manager, and Scott Bingham, principal product manager with Microsoft’s identity and access management team, have made that very clear indeed.
—Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 4 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for principal
Noun
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Here's what stars, constellations are the best to spot in May Stargazing this May?—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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Florida Panthers coach Paul Maurice on Saturday said star winger Sam Reinhart is out for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference final against the Carolina Hurricanes after leaving Game 2 in the first period with a lower-body injury.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
24 May 2025
Adjective
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Two main issues are conveyed: No credible debt management approach exists.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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This addition sees another key member of the iconic D-Generation X (DX) faction contributing behind the scenes, joining Triple H, who heads main roster creative, Shawn Michaels, who is in charge of NXT creative, and Road Dogg, currently working as a co-lead writer for WWE SmackDown.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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Entertainment leader Universal Music Group appointed Matt Ellis as its new chief financial officer, effective June 9.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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But psychiatrist Brad Smith, MD, chief medical officer at Accanto Health, said the medications can intensify food avoidance for some people, too.—
Elizabeth Yuko,
Health,
20 May 2025
Adjective
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In the place of Gantu, the character Jumba instead assumes the primary villain status in the remake.—
Benjamin VanHoose,
People.com,
24 May 2025
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David Hogg, a Democratic National Committee vice chairman, has elevated his national profile but risked his standing in the DNC for promising to primary older incumbents in Congress.—
Naomi Lim,
The Washington Examiner,
24 May 2025
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Forbes Business Council is the foremost growth and networking organization for business owners and leaders.—
Mark Morgan,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Cruise emerged as Hollywood's foremost advocate for the theatrical experience during the COVID-19 pandemic, when theaters across the globe were staring down an uncertain future.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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Which ever of the two superstars steps up the biggest tonight can give their team a commanding lead as the series starts to come to a close.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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Adam Henrique scored twice in what was a brutally physical first period, sparking the Oilers to a dominant 3-0 win to take a commanding 3-1 lead in their first-round series.—
Daniel Nugent-Bowman,
New York Times,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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The soda business grew in popularity in a predominant Mormon area, according to the New York Times, as the church prohibits drinks that are hot caffeinated like tea and coffee.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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While Putin’s predominant image in the outside world is that of a ruthless strongman, for domestic audiences the Kremlin has tried to soften this image.—
Peter Rutland,
The Conversation,
9 May 2025
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The Saudis have been urging the Iranian regime to strike a nuclear accord with the United States and even sent their defense minister to meet with Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the supreme leader of Iran, last month.—
Robert F. Worth,
The Atlantic,
6 May 2025
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Get the recipe 07 of 21 Pepperoni Pasta Salad This pasta salad tastes like a supreme pizza in the best way possible.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
21 Apr. 2025
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“Principal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/principal. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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