right-hand woman
Example Sentences
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Jacqueline Marling, 42, was described as "Batley's right-hand woman" and was jailed for 12 years, while his wife Elaine, 47, was jailed for eight years.
From BBC • Mar. 7, 2025
But she landed on her feet as an assistant to none other than Ginni Thomas, working as her right-hand woman, and got absorbed into the Thomas household.
From Slate • Apr. 6, 2024
The idea of Leonsis sending his right-hand woman inside the Wizards’ workplace should feel significant.
From Washington Post • Apr. 20, 2023
In the play, Ivanka is her father’s favored child, right-hand woman - and potential rival.
From Washington Times • Apr. 20, 2022
As she grows older, let her straighten the parlors every morning, make the cake on Saturdays, and show her that you regard her as your right-hand woman in all matters pertaining to domestic affairs.
From The Secret of a Happy Home (1896) by Harland, Marion
