high-ranking position

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high-ranking
adjective
uk
/ˌhaɪˈræŋ.kɪŋ/us
/ˌhaɪˈræŋ.kɪŋ/
having an important position in ...
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position
noun
uk
/pəˈzɪʃ.ən/us
/pəˈzɪʃ.ən/
the place where something or someone is, often in relation to ...
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Being a commoner in such ahigh-rankingposition, he caused jealousy among the nobles.
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Some ancient historians claim that he was able to control the emperor through hishigh-rankingposition, but this is probably not the case.
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This works to the advantage of men since they hold more high-ranking positions than women.
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In ancient times, llamero was ahigh-rankingpositionthat involved both managing the emperor's llama and alpaca herds, and maintaining trade and communication throughout the empire.
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This state of affairs must be encouraged so that women have a chance to secure managerial posts or reach high-ranking positions in the environmental field.
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The majority of those who died held high-ranking positions within the state.
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During the final years of the war, he served in other high-ranking positions.
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Several individuals are currently holding high-ranking positions in both private and public institutions in the country and abroad.
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The report implicated many senior politicians, some of whom were fired from high-ranking positions as a result.
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Fewer women than men achieved high-ranking positions in mixed-gender units; furthermore, male officers often undermined the authority of the few female officers.
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Many of the governmental appointments dealt with tribal affairs, herds, and retainers serving the imperial house, and most powerful and high-ranking positions dealt with military affairs.
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Wu held various high-ranking positions and collected extensive experience in diplomacy.
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