roughneck

Example Sentences

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I’ve moved a lot, and each time I’ve picked up a few more of these classic 18-gallon Rubbermaid Roughneck Storage Totes to supplement moving boxes.

From Slate • Oct. 19, 2018

He’d been running a wrestling program in Southfield, the Roughneck Wrestling Club, but saw in the program a chance to work with city kids.

From Washington Times • Jan. 4, 2016

His story seemed like a familiar NFL tale: Roughneck uses football as an outlet, evolves and makes an amazing life for himself.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 18, 2015

After the fight, Roughneck Rocky Graziano swaggered to his dressing room, wearing a big grin.

From Time Magazine Archive

But, Sam, take a tip from a Roughneck, Go slow now and don't crowd your hand Or some day you may find that the orphan Has quit creeping and learned how to stand.

From Rhymes of a Roughneck by O'Cotter, Pat