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

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

"He was a sailor and he loved coming on to the ferry as well with his kids and his grandkids," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

And then the ferry steamed into the harbor, the schooner tacked away, and the sailor was just a man.

From "Beyond the Bright Sea" by Lauren Wolk