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

England's standards in the field slipped again when they were under pressure, but stand-in skipper Charlie Dean led an encouraging fightback by removing both set batters in the 14th over.

From BBC • May 28, 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

The men tried to rouse the skipper, calling and shaking him, but he seemed to be dead.

From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong