serial number

Example Sentences

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Police found a damaged wing mirror casing on the road and traced the serial number to Clarke-Samuel's vehicle.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

“There’s no unique serial number on a load of lobster meat,” Burroughs said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 29, 2025

Hochman said the weapon Sepulveda allegedly used was a so-called “ghost gun,” which did not have a serial number.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 10, 2025

The firm's pursuit continued despite staff admitting Mr Holden was charged for a meter that shared the same serial number, due to an error in industry data.

From BBC • May 26, 2025

I took out pencil and paper and wrote down my name, rank, serial number, and A.P.O. number.

From "Nine Stories" by J. D. Salinger