hierarchical

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"The hierarchical structure of the military places power with rank, especially in a training facility," he said.

From BBC • Jan. 23, 2026

This is how deeply hierarchical and authoritarian institutions function.

From Salon • Jan. 20, 2026

Since the raid, U.S. prosecutors have softened their earlier depiction of the Cartel de los Soles as a hierarchical organization led by Maduro, instead framing it as a patronage network among corrupt senior officials.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 14, 2026

As is the case in all hierarchical organizations, the problem starts at the top.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 18, 2025

But Haas argues that these peoples knew of the existence of hierarchical, structured societies with strong central leaders, and could pattern their societies after them.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann