deputy
noun
a person appointed or authorized to act as a substitute for another or others.
deputyship
-
a word derived from
deputy.
Example Sentences
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She highlighted how the deputyship "is a party role, not a government one" and said her focus would be bringing the voices of councillors, members and communities to the attention of government.
From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2025
After Reagan was elected, Stone turned down the high-powered deputyship Rollins offered him.
From Slate ● Aug. 3, 2016
So if you’re looking for a fine deputyship, get out your résumé.
From Washington Post ● May 14, 2013
"And how do you propose," he demanded, "to persuade this loyal adviser of Karyl to accept a deputyship at the hands of Karyl's enemies?"
From The Lighted Match by R. F. Schabelitz
His hopes of holding office had been continually disappointed until Mr. John Sanks became sheriff, and rewarded with a deputyship some important special service rendered by him in the late very close canvass.
From The Best American Humorous Short Stories by Edgar Allan Poe
