sailor

Example Sentences

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"It also feels like some food and water suppliers are trying to take advantage of the situation and make excessive profits," says a Korean sailor who doesn't want to be named.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

"This crisis has shown how dangerous the job can become," says Pakistani sailor Kamil, who spoke to the BBC using an alias.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

That blaze was sparked by the flare of a stranded sailor on Friday and had scorched nearly 17,000 acres by Tuesday afternoon.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

He is now thinking about becoming a sailor on cargo ships.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

When the sailor closed his eyes again, I stood up from where I’d been kneeling next to his bed.

From "Beyond the Bright Sea" by Lauren Wolk