lineman

Example Sentences

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“As the lineman would go down the street, bringing cable to the city, the people would run alongside their trucks, bang on his side, and say, ‘When can we have it?’

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Even better, he was the only offensive lineman of his caliber on the market.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

And his market figures to be especially robust not only because of his talent, but also because he’s by far the best available offensive lineman.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

Nacua, Young, defensive lineman Kobie Turner and offensive linemen Steve Avila and Warren McClendon Jr. and punter Ethan Evans are eligible for extensions.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2026

May perform field lineman, switchboard operator, or other communication duties.

From "Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two" by Joseph Bruchac