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prime minister

NOUN
government head
Synonyms
WEAK
President chancellor chief executive chief minister chief of state chief officer commander in chief dewan doge grand vizier head of cabinet head of state leader person in charge premier

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The popularity of his rival, former prime minister Naftali Bennett, appears to have slightly increased.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

The longtime prime minister proved to be a better entertainer than he was a builder.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

The likely power shift comes a year after Carney became prime minister and follows a series of defections by opposition members of parliament to the Liberals.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

The result is a stunning turn for a politician who has ruled as prime minister for 16 years and been an ally of President Trump.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Following South Africa’s declaration of war against Germany, Hertzog resigned and Smuts became prime minister.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela