Bishops, e.g.

I believe the answer is:

prelates

(Other definitions for prelates that I've seen before include "High-ranking clergymen" , "Bishops" , "Church dignitaries" , "Senior church dignitories" , "Senior clergy" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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