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captain

[kap-tuhn, -tin] / ˈkæp tən, -tɪn /


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“There’s nobody putting more expectation and more pressure on us than ourselves,” captain Tim Ream said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

The problem he has as far as the caps milestone is concerned, is his captain Andy Robertson is above him and showing no signs of exiting the national side.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Nonetheless, Klugo’s leadership as a junior on the team makes him a leading team captain candidate next season, Hardt said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

"Stokes and McCullum are two of the most successful coach and captain partnership we've had," said Key.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

“Because ye scared me parrot, ye scurvy brat!” the captain roared.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood




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