sir

Example Sentences

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“I told him, ‘No, sir, I’m sorry.’” said the Augusta, Ga. native.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

“Deputy Alfred told Barber: ‘You know what, sir, let me see your hands and step away from the vehicle,’” the report read.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2026

The pair said becoming a dame and a sir respectively was "wonderful and humbling at the same time".

From Barron's • Dec. 29, 2025

"Yes sir," Mendoza responds, and goes on to confirm that Safa's father was not armed.

From BBC • Nov. 16, 2025

"Okay, but next time you'll decide. Please, sir," Rani calls loudly.

From "Born Behind Bars" by Padma Venkatraman