FIRST AMONG EQUALS meaning: Leader with equal status peers

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Definitions from Wiktionary (first among equals)

▸ noun: (idiomatic) A person or position that is formally of equal rank to others in a group, but nonetheless takes a leading role within that group.

Opposite:

last among equals, least important, lowest ranking

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