lieutenant

Example Sentences

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The world's first helicopter rescue took place a year later, when a US lieutenant rescued four soldiers from behind Japanese lines, according to Smithsonians Air & Space Magazine.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

David, whose name I’ve changed because he is still serving, is a lieutenant colonel and physician in the Army Reserve.

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

Although his experience in the military informed the types of roles Tolkan would play — Army office, Air Force commander, police lieutenant, attorney — his work as an actor was his passion.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

One of Davis’ greatest assets was his position as lieutenant governor; that currency — incumbency and government know-how — no longer trade at the same high value.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

I think this: It is not just the lieutenant who believes all this bad about me.

From "The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle" by Leslie Connor