figureheads

[US]/ˈfɪɡəhɛdz/
[UK]/ˈfɪɡərhɛdz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.nominal leaders or heads of an organization; puppets controlled by others

Phrases & Collocations

political figureheads

ceremonial figureheads

puppet figureheads

royal figureheads

symbolic figureheads

historical figureheads

national figureheads

military figureheads

business figureheads

cultural figureheads

Example Sentences

the company’s leaders are often seen as figureheads.

in some organizations, figureheads have little real power.

figureheads can symbolize the values of a community.

many political figureheads are merely ceremonial roles.

the figureheads of the movement inspired many followers.

she was a figurehead for the charity, raising awareness.

figureheads often appear in parades and public events.

the role of figureheads can vary greatly between cultures.

some companies prefer figureheads to maintain a public image.

historically, figureheads have played significant roles in politics.

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