top person

Example Sentences

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"She's never been a shouter or a screamer but she's a leader in her own way. A top person, top professional and one of the most down-to-earth people you'll ever meet."

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

But his position as foreign minister seems unlikely to equate to that of a "top person".

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

Newton of Streetsblog said that while Spotts has always been an impressive bureaucrat, he couldn’t speak to how he would transition to being the top person.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 13, 2022

Tim Ritvo, the top person at Santa Anita and all Stronach tracks, offered a combination of explanations.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2018

It is a sign that they have spent time grooming talent and value those beneath the top person.

From New York Times • Jan. 14, 2016