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Discover LudwigThe phrase "as a figurehead" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used to describe someone who holds a position of authority or leadership but has little real power or influence, often serving as a symbolic leader.
Example: "The CEO was often seen as a figurehead, with the real decisions being made by the board of directors."
Alternatives: "in a ceremonial role" or "as a nominal leader".
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If not, he's useless as a figurehead to the party.
Mr. Penn Nouth is regarded as a figurehead Premier.
But even as a figurehead, Watson is a celebrity.
And Wales is not the only person the community turns to as a figurehead.
Previously, the military leaders had opposed having Mr. Goulart even as a figurehead President.
The raft has a papier mache dragon with flashing blue eyes as a figurehead.
"There is no solution that involves him sticking around, even as a figurehead".
Bloomberg didn't return as a figurehead — he immediately began shaking up the company.
But he plays a role many Swedes consider useful as a figurehead.
A new Paṇchen Lama, installed as a figurehead by the Chinese, was dismissed in 1964.
A unity accord was signed with Nkomo, who returned as a figurehead vice-president.
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