fireman

Example Sentences

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As a teenager, Woods left Columbus for Missouri in 1872 to take a job as a railroad fireman.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

"As I recall he was very rarely there," said the former fireman from Gwynedd.

From BBC • Jan. 5, 2026

Once again, he is both arsonist and fireman.

From Salon • Oct. 31, 2025

“I felt like I was at a crossroads because I didn’t know if I wanted to continue as a fireman ... the best job you could possibly have,” Greene said.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 21, 2025

“I work for the city of New York. Now, will you kindly take your seat. Sir,” the fireman answered.

From "Nine, Ten: A September 11 Story" by Nora Raleigh Baskin