pirate

Example Sentences

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“Because that’s what he looks like to me. Only I never heard of a pirate in a submarine before.”

From Literature

It was the sixth movie, opening with the arrival of Commander Calvados, who was replacing the beloved General Massimo, who had been killed by space pirates at the end of episode five.

From Literature

He added: "What politicians in London are talking about is essentially a return to the era of the pirate Edward Teach, known as Blackbeard."

From BBC

Variety called it "the biggest TV surprise" of 2025, and the show has even reportedly drawn a massive audience in China, where fans are watching pirated episodes.

From Barron's

To put it another way: No one has been confused that New Orleans Square has ghosts and pirates next to a cozy place for beignets.

From Los Angeles Times