castaway

Example Sentences

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The Seahawks were paced by a brilliant performance by quarterback Sam Darnold, a Jets castaway who rebuilt himself in Minnesota before landing in Seattle this past offseason.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 26, 2026

Elmhirst, a journalist, came across the Baileys on a website dedicated to castaway stories, and set about researching their journey using Maralyn's diary and books Maurice published after their rescue.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2025

Villain vs. victim in some folks’ minds, but at the very least — survivor vs. castaway.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 16, 2023

The 49ers’ Jimmy Garoppolo and the Browns’ Baker Mayfield, castaway quarterbacks who have yet to be traded by their teams this off-season, are also candidates to be moved during the draft.

From New York Times • Apr. 26, 2022

The castaway was to his mind an experienced sailor who, compass, chart and sextant in hand, knew how he found his way into trouble, if not how he would get out of it.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel