president
noun
the highest executive officer of a modern republic, as the chief executive of the United States.
presidents
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pluralof president.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Two of America’s most idealistic presidents, Jimmy Carter and Ronald Reagan, followed an era of Johnsonian-Nixonian cynicism.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
Per the Times, though, the Secret Service has occasionally used decoy flights or motorcades to protect presidents.
From Slate ● Aug. 11, 2026
The classical musician has performed for the royal family, popes and many US presidents, and is famed for hits such as Time To Say Goodbye and The Prayer.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
He said the addition’s security measures would keep future presidents and guests safe from attacks on the White House.
From Salon ● Aug. 7, 2026
“Here’s the next question: How many US presidents have been assassinated?”
From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman
