attorney

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

While other appointees have been forced out by judges, Bill Essayli has been allowed to lead the L.A. office under the title of ‘first assistant U.S. attorney.’

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

“I made history as the first woman ever to be fired as attorney general,” she said.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

“In his new role as acting attorney general, Todd will continue to be a tireless advocate for sanity, law and order, and policies that keep Americans safe.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

“But being the attorney general in this administration would be a challenging feat for anybody.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

“Except now I have an attorney who’s never gone to law school.”

From "City Spies" by James Ponti