helmsman

Example Sentences

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After the waves struck, one of the crew fell into the helmsman causing injury and the boat had to abort its rescue attempt.

From BBC • Jul. 6, 2025

But Burling, the two-time reigning America’s Cup champion helmsman, got caught in traffic in the 10-boat fleet and copped a penalty for not keeping clear of Emirates Great Britain.

From Washington Times • Oct. 15, 2023

Jean-Luc Picard's Enterprise had a Black helmsman and a half-Klingon played by a Black actor; Captain Janeway's crew on the U.S.S.

From Salon • Jun. 23, 2023

They helped helmsman Jimmy Spithill — now the skipper of SailGP’s Team USA — stage a stunning comeback to beat Emirates Team New Zealand and retain the Auld Mug.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 29, 2022

Kermit shouted to João, the helmsman, to turn the front end of the canoe around.

From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple