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big wheel(noun, expression, slang, important, boss)
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foreman(noun, director)
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forerunner(noun, person, guide, head, star)
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gaffer
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notability(noun, person, important, star, notable)
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notable(noun, person, important, star, dignity)
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precursor(noun, person, attendant, escort, precursor)
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redeemer(noun, character, courage, nobility, fortitude)
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superman(noun, superior, elect, chosen, cream)
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VIP(noun, informal, superior, important, head)
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article
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bigwig(noun, slang, important)
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chairperson(noun, person, authority, head, chief)
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combatant(noun, character, courage, nobility, fortitude)
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coryphaeus
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dignitary(noun, person, important, chief, notable)
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elite(noun, superior, head, fashion, choice)
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gallant(noun, character, courage, nobility, fortitude)
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head honcho(noun, expression, authority, head, boss)
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herald(noun, person, attendant, escort, precursor)
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