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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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When asked about the bill on Monday, the prime minister reiterated his commitment to deliver on his promise.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Secretary General António Guterres said after meeting with Pakistan’s deputy prime minister and foreign minister, Mohammad Ishaq Dar.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Last summer, the prime minister lost a battle with his own backbenchers to slow the rate of increase in the benefits bill.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Pakistan’s prime minister, Shehbaz Sharif, said “efforts are ongoing to resolve outstanding issues” between the U.S. and Iran.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

But Headmaster ruled the school like the prime minister ruled India—nobody said no to his decisions.

From "Tiger Boy" by Mitali Perkins