lawman

Example Sentences

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He played a lawman in the television series “Walker, Texas Ranger,” which ran from the early 1990s until 2001.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

“Sheriff Pusser inspired thousands to enter into law enforcement,” Sweat told me, gesturing to a Pusser admirer turned lawman who had just visited his shop to talk Pusser.

From Slate • Nov. 6, 2025

A.I. is becoming more lifelike by the day, making Olyphant’s quirky and very human contribution to the series’ android lineage a special kick to watch, and a welcome departure from his various lawman roles.

From Salon • Aug. 5, 2025

County sheriff’s deputies union recently elected to its board a veteran lawman with a controversial tattoo who was involved in two shootings that cost the county $4 million.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 2, 2023

Tom learned to be a lawman by following the example of the most skilled officers.

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann