champion in chief

A form of champion-in-chief — The foremost champion; the most prominent or important defender.

Meanings

nounchampion in chief (plural champions in chief)

plural champions in chief

  1. alternativeAlternative form of champion-in-chief.

    How will China make good on its promises to be the new global champion in chief for globalization?

    2017 March 2, Nathan Vanderklippe, “Six key issues for China's meetings of the National People's Congress”, in The Globe and Mail
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    Brett Gary, my champion in chief and a scholar in his own right, coparented our children, cooked delicious food, managed laundry, and also read every word ofthis book.

    2014, Amy Bentley, Inventing Baby Food, →ISBN

    But if it becomes clear that despite your best thinking and effort your chair doesn't have the makings of an effective champion, then bide your time and hope your next chair is a more suitable candidate for champion in chief.

    2014, Doug Eadie, The Board-Savvy CEO: Building a High-Impact Partnership With Your Board, →ISBN
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