postman
Example Sentences
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The second postman to speak to the BBC, who we are calling Bob, said the reason people were not getting post on time was simple: "There's not enough staff."
From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026
The postman Joseph Roulin and his wife, Augustine, became Van Gogh’s principal friends during his stay in Arles.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 25, 2025
The virus then acts like a microscopic postman – delivering the new piece of DNA inside brain cells, where it becomes active.
From BBC • Sep. 24, 2025
Andrew Wrench has been described as "a postman with a penchant for fast cars".
From BBC • Aug. 1, 2025
‘Joyful Christmas to you!’ said John Roberts, the postman.
From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers
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