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sergeant

[sahr-juhnt] / ˈsɑr dʒənt /




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"The sergeant at arms has confirmed that Senator Bato is no longer in the building," Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano told a news conference, using Dela Rosa's nickname.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Others, including a gang sergeant, face pending disciplinary hearings.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

Ross’ dedicated focus on landscape painting has deep roots in his time spent stationed in Alaska with the United States Air Force, where he eventually rose to the rank of master sergeant.

From Salon • May 2, 2026

Her belongings were taken by the custody sergeant, which is standard practice after an arrest.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

A fierce sergeant was keeping order on the bridge.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan




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