sergeant

Example Sentences

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She spoke with a homicide sergeant named Blake Ritchie.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

Dos Santos, who speaks four languages, is a bit of a mix of LAFC’s first two managers — not nearly as strict as Bradley, the drill sergeant, yet not quite as relaxed as Cherundolo.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Her trainer, drilling the models with the precision of a military sergeant when AFP visited, said many were like "newborn babies" when they started.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

“Where do you want us to drop you off?” the sergeant asked.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

But the land was flat for miles and there was no telling which way the sergeant might be looking, and they didn’t like to turn around to check.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan