fireman

Example Sentences

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As a teenager, Woods left Columbus for Missouri in 1872 to take a job as a railroad fireman.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

Once again, he is both arsonist and fireman.

From Salon • Oct. 31, 2025

These strangers, ranging from 22 to 70 years in age, with jobs that included fireman, nurse, journalist, prison warden and soldier, complied with Dominique Pelicot's instructions.

From BBC • Dec. 22, 2024

They hail from all walks of life: among them are a fireman, a carpenter, a nurse and a journalist.

From BBC • Nov. 16, 2024

Reading the item, Francie discovered that the heroic fireman had been Sissy’s first husband.

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith