confidante

Example Sentences

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This week, Kim Yo Jong, a powerful confidante of her brother Kim Jong Un, said the joint drills "may cause unimaginably terrible consequences".

From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026

She became a close confidante of the CEO and gained his trust by giving honest critiques of some of his ideas, people familiar with the matter said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 20, 2026

Donna Brazile, the former Democratic National Committee chair who managed Norton’s successful 1990 campaign and remains a supporter and close confidante, said the congresswoman remains engaged and “maintains a robust schedule.”

From Salon • Sep. 6, 2025

Petchey is a trusted ally who used to coach her as a teenager, while long-time confidante Jane O'Donoghue continues to provide support while on a career break from her finance job.

From BBC • Jul. 4, 2025

Thank you for being my one and only confidante.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler