dignitaries
Example Sentences
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He was greeted by crowds of well-wishers in Mill Road, before speaking to dignitaries and worshippers inside the building.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
Iranians began to gather on Friday for the funeral ceremonies of slain supreme leader Ali Khamenei, as officials and international dignitaries paid their last respects to the man who ran the country for three-and-a-half decades.
From Barron's ● Jul. 3, 2026
In normal circumstances, when American dignitaries come to Normandy for the anniversary to pay their respects, it’s a solemn but proud occasion.
From Salon ● Jun. 9, 2026
Songs from “The Sound of Music” have long been used to welcome U.S. dignitaries to China.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 21, 2026
The promises he got from various doctors and dignitaries, whether they were kept or not, were a testimony to his charm and persistence, and would be followed up with Farmer’s calls, letters, and emails.
From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French
