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principal

[prin-suh-puhl] / ˈprɪn sə pəl /




NOUN
original amount of property either owned or owed
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That will be bad news for Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies, who said that he and Verstappen were "focusing on the competitive picture" and "having zero discussions about the other aspects".

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

In flashbacks — Ambrine Trigo-Ouaked portrays the younger Alpha — we see glimpses of affection for his adoring niece, but Rahim illustrates that Amin’s debilitating craving will always be his principal love.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

If properly managed and funded, after five years, “all of the principal will be deemed an unavailable asset if you apply for Medicaid.”

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

“We may not be at the end of this situation, but we could be at the beginning of the end,” said Mona Mahajan, principal, head of investment strategy and asset allocation at Edward Jones.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

“I’m actually the principal here now, Mrs. Hanley. If you can believe that.”

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell