headman

Example Sentences

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In 2016, a village headman who also doubled up as a driver, was taking around a team of University of Kerala archaeology students when he showed them the site.

From BBC • Oct. 5, 2023

Saltwater had destroyed the ability of the 150 residents to grow crops, taking away livelihoods and food security, says former village headman Sailosi Ramatu.

From Reuters • Aug. 2, 2022

It’s not until the “Quiet Place” headman gets out of the car and hits a button on his remote, that the Sonata rolls forward into the tight space.

From Fox News • Jan. 27, 2020

Approaching Jobure de Guayo and clutching his notebook with the patient registry, Pequeño pointed the boat toward the compound of Quintín, the headman.

From Seattle Times • May 8, 2018

His wolverine dæmon twitched her nose at Hester, who flicked an ear in response, and then the headman spoke.

From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman