superintendent
Example Sentences
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Yuen told the jury that he retired as a superintendent in the Hong Kong Police Force at the age of 55, and moved to the UK to join his wife and children immediately.
From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026
"Sorry to press you on this superintendent but you would have expected a call to be made," he said.
From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026
A superintendent assigned to the case gives George free rein to pursue his theories.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026
The sources said grand jury subpoenas have been issued to individuals in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, where Carvalho served as superintendent before coming to L.A. in 2022.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2026
Mr. Whipple and his assistant superintendent set aside their overcoats and unfolded forms they meant to fill out.
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
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