high-ranking

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She also scorched the DOJ lawyers—and specifically one high-ranking official, Lisa K. Hsiao—for deeply unethical behavior.

From Slate • May 18, 2026

A high-ranking police official who worked with Harfuch and asked not to be named said a run for the presidency would be a loss for the security community.

From Barron's • May 10, 2026

“These factors allowed Israel to construct a precise target bank encompassing both field commanders and high-ranking leadership figures,” Shehadeh said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

Rank-and-file reporters, producers and editors often don’t get a chance to attend the high-priced event, while high-ranking politicians, celebrities and television anchors who don’t cover the White House often do.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

He wanted England, so that he could travel with her; the Americans had barred entry to high-ranking members of the military government.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie