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captain

[kap-tuhn, -tin] / ˈkæp tən, -tɪn /


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“I think we’ve all been, I wouldn’t say overwhelmed, but possibly surprised by the excitement and the buzz,” said captain Tim Ream, who led the team onto the field.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

The man is believed to be their father, and his identity is being withheld until his next of kin is notified, according to the captain.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Speaking to both head coach Brendon McCullum and captain Ben Stokes, I think they felt enormous relief.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Rice filled in as captain during Harry Kane's absence for the October friendly against Wales, when Ollie Watkins replaced Kane in the England attack.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

“Patience, children! This letter might be for your father, the captain, or for your mother, or even for your grandmother, the Princess Popkinova. Why, it might even be for me! How might we find out?”

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood




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