boss
Example Sentences
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Liam is a Manchester United fan who is optimistic about their prospects for the new season, mostly because of boss Michael Carrick.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026
Macky Sall, 64, is the only candidate not from Latin America -- which is where the next UN boss should come, according to convention.
From Barron's ● Aug. 21, 2026
The former lawyer didn’t dispute that characterization from his old boss.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 20, 2026
Verstappen's renewal statement included praise for team principal Laurent Mekies, who took over last July after former boss Christian Horner was sacked following a turbulent 18-month period and a decline in competitiveness.
From BBC ● Aug. 20, 2026
“We’re good. My boss is out of town, and the assistant manager is really laid-back. Also, I have a break coming, so he’s gonna relieve me.”
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
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