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John Doe

NOUN
common person
Synonyms
WEAK
Everyman Jane Doe Joe Blow Joe Doakes Joe Sixpack John Q. Public John Smith Mr Brown Mr. Nobody Richard Roe average Joe average person common man man in the street ordinary Joe

Example Sentences

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The motion described John Doe 1 as a more recent employee, who was hired in 2013 to detail the couple’s cars and other related services.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2025

John Doe 1 “immediately withdrew, turned away and left.”

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2025

The hospital admitted him under a name the English-speaking world has used for centuries when a legal name can’t be verified: John Doe.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2025

Jackson filed as a John Doe but revealed his identity in court documents by indicating he represents himself.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2025

“Can you do a quick computer check for a John Doe at the adult detention center?” the officer asked.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young