John Doe
Example Sentences
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Last week, Rana’s lawyers filed a lawsuit in New York state court using the pseudonym John Doe.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026
“This case was unusual — it’s not often we see someone end up as a John Doe twice,” project team leader Traci Onders said in the release.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026
John Doe 1 “experienced humiliation, emotional distress and ongoing fear for his safety and dignity.”
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2025
Slater Slater Schulman, which has filed more cases than any other law firm, stated in a September filing that client John Doe J.S. “should not have been included.”
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 2, 2025
“Can you do a quick computer check for a John Doe at the adult detention center?” the officer asked.
From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young
