skipper

Example Sentences

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The skipper in the dock was his son, Tom Jr.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

He told the jury at Hamilton Sheriff Court of the time he had confronted his skipper over his poor treatment.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Ibsen was 21 points ahead going into the final day of the season but ended up winning by 38 points thanks to a 14-point haul from his captain, and Manchester United's skipper, Bruno Fernandes.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Linsey Smith dominated the powerplay as she finished with 3-25, removing opener Georgia Plimmer and skipper Melie Kerr for first-ball ducks, but the stunning recovery gave New Zealand the momentum going into the second innings.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

Wherever the skipper operated, the enemy was put off by his tactics.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell