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chair

[chair] / tʃɛər /
NOUN
single-seat furniture
Synonyms
STRONGEST
armchair bench recliner
STRONG
cathedra rocker sling
NOUN
person in or position of authority
Synonyms
STRONG
captain chairperson director fellowship helm instructorship leader monitor principal professorship throne tutor tutorship
WEAK
position of control professorate

Example Sentences

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“Then the Fed, being human, holds on to those forecasts longer than it should,” he said, adding that he looks forward to introducing a change if confirmed as chair.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

“Then the Fed, being human, holds on to those forecasts longer than it should,” he said, adding that he looks forward to introducing a change if confirmed as chair.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

Suitors include the investment firms Permira, New Mountain Capital and TA Associates, United Talent Agency and former Endeavor chair Patrick Whitesell, according to people familiar with the matter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

The former chair of the GNPA, Rob Lucas, said it was "proud" to have fought for a national park and was grateful to everyone who had been involved and supported them.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

She leans forward in her chair, her elbows on her knees.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam