letter carrier

Example Sentences

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Magdamit has been in federal custody since July 1 and previously worked as a letter carrier at the Torrance Main Post Office.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 12, 2025

That’s how my grandfather was able to get a job as a postal letter carrier.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2025

Under Project Safe Delivery, which was launched last May, there have been more than 1,200 arrests for mail thefts and letter carrier robberies.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 12, 2024

There have even been several heat-related deaths—a letter carrier in Dallas died while working his route, and three hikers have died in Texas parks due to the heat.

From Slate • Jul. 22, 2023

“Mrs. Lavey’s husband took the examination for letter carrier three years ago. He’s still working on a truck.”

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith