central figure

Example Sentences

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Today, his daughter is a central figure of that Lima establishment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

But he also explores, in depth, the complexities of the band’s central figure, Maurice White.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

This is six decades after Kenneth Kaunda - a central figure in the fight against colonialism in Africa - became the country's first president.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

Again as though making a training film, Mr. Jones surrounds the central figure with role models who maintain good humor and understanding throughout every patience-testing episode.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

In both the central figure is floating, like that of Christ in the Transfiguration.

From From the Lakes of Killarney to the Golden Horn by Field, Henry M. (Henry Martyn)