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central player

NOUN
protagonist
Synonyms
STRONGEST
central character central figure hero heroine lead character leading character leading figure main character main figure principal principal character principal figure
STRONG
key player leading player main player principal player star title role
WEAK
archetype idol
Antonyms
STRONGEST
antagonist
STRONG
bit player
WEAK
boss

Example Sentences

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It has become a central player in the buildout of AI infrastructure, providing sophisticated chips to leading AI model developers including OpenAI and Meta.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026

"While CAPSAT's past remains controversial -- heroic to some, criticised by others -- it is now seen as a central player in the 2025 movement," Razakamaharavo told AFP.

From Barron's • Oct. 16, 2025

And she’s been a central player in the sea change.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 25, 2024

"Scientists studying aquatic systems need to start thinking about organic sulfur as a central player," Phillips said.

From Science Daily • Nov. 16, 2023

As befitted the central player in the Constitutional Convention, Madison emphasized the various legal obligations imposed by the compact of 1787.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis