dead man

Example Sentences

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Judging by reports, people shuffled about a bit, looking embarrassed for the dead man.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

Neither the identity of the dead man nor the ICE officer has been released and no arrests were reported.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 1, 2026

It’s bizarre that any living president, much less one who is still serving, would want his name on a memorial to a dead man, particularly one who is still revered by many Americans.

From Salon • Jan. 1, 2026

One involves Isaac Poobalan, rector of St Andrew's Cathedral in Aberdeen, who said he felt like "a dead man walking" because he believes Bishop Dyer tried to drive him out.

From BBC • Dec. 9, 2025

In her fascination with the dead man Ophie had completely forgotten about her mother sitting next to her on the trolley.

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland