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Definition of «czar»

The term "czar" is a Russian title that means "emperor." It was first used in 1547 to refer to Ivan IV, who was also known as Ivan the Terrible. The term has since been used to describe any powerful ruler or leader of an organization. In modern usage, it often refers specifically to a government official with extensive powers and authority over a particular area or issue.

Usage examples

  1. The President appointed a cybersecurity czar to help protect the nation from cyber threats.
  2. The czar of the fashion industry made an unexpected announcement about the upcoming trends for the next season.
  3. The czar of the company's marketing department implemented a new strategy that significantly boosted sales.
  4. The energy czar was responsible for overseeing the country's energy policies and ensuring sustainable practices were implemented.
  5. The czar of education introduced a new curriculum that aimed to improve student performance.

Phrases with «czar»

Sentences with «czar»

  • As the «Czar of Cars» discusses on CNBC's «Blue Collar Millionaires,» Gill grew up in Fresno, Calif. working in a first - generation Indian family of immigrant farm workers. (cnbc.com)
  • We all know that Drug Czar McCaffrey of the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) issued a March 5 directive to DEA and the Commissioner of the US Customs Service telling them to consider all hemp imports as capable of containing THC. (industrialhemp.net)
  • His research has earned him the scorn of White House science czar John Holdren, who personally attacked Pielke's research last year. (dailycaller.com)
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