The word "sheik" refers to a title or a leader in Arabic-speaking areas. It is commonly used to describe an influential male figure, such as a tribal leader or a spiritual guide in some Muslim communities. Full definition
Mr. Murphy was the son of former Congressman John Murphy, a Democrat who represented a differently drawn version of the district for two decades prior to his indictment for taking bribes from FBI agents disguised as Arab sheiks in the 1980 Abscam scandal. (observer.com)
Kroenke controls the financial policy at arsenal just like sheik mansour and abramovich at their clubs. (justarsenal.com)
Trying to steer the debate away from the falsified data that cost people their lives, by ranting and raving against oil sheiks doesn't excuse you from the responsibility you share in all of this. (globalclimatescam.com)