servant

Example Sentences

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He said that, as a public servant, he has always been transparent, responsible and followed the law.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Retired senior civil servant Youssou Diallo told AFP he believed "will not be able to block government action... At most, he could slow it down."

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

However, research by the civil servant union, the FDA, shows that while civil servants were open to the idea of using AI to improve productivity, there's doubt that management can handle the transformation.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Peters was convicted on several charges including attempting to influence a public servant, violating her elections duty and conspiring to commit criminal impersonation.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

He was Jefferson’s trusty servant, permitted to travel alone with important papers or to collect money that was owed to Jefferson.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis