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

"I am profoundly grieved at the loss of this dedicated and gallant fireman," Andy Yeung, director of the fire service said in a statement.

From BBC • Nov. 26, 2025

Once again, he is both arsonist and fireman.

From Salon • Oct. 31, 2025

Kubinec of Garrettsville, Ohio, a fireman second class, served aboard the USS West Virginia.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 6, 2024

He tore off his hoodie and pulled his T-shirt over his head and tossed it to the fireman.

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