public servant

Example Sentences

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The obscure law bans a person from soliciting or receiving nonpublic information from a public servant by means of their office or employment with the intent to obtain a benefit.

From Slate • Mar. 26, 2026

Alberto Carvalho is a dedicated public servant committed to the students and families of the Los Angeles Unified School District,” the statement also said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026

He is a public servant, and as such is required to serve the public.

From Salon • Nov. 21, 2025

"How am I gonna eat?" the 74-year-old public servant asked bitterly.

From Barron's • Oct. 23, 2025

But if this were true, Zeitoun thought, he was a very dedicated public servant.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers