former

Example Sentences

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He was such a fixture at Venice that coaching sons of former players became the norm.

From Los Angeles Times

Belgium, the former colonial power, has recognised its responsibility and apologised both to Lumumba's relatives and the Democratic Republic of Congo - as the country is now known.

From BBC

The Navy hasn’t had a significant mine clearing capability in decades, former naval officers and analysts said.

From The Wall Street Journal

And that it "occurred with the knowledge and approval of certain senior former officers and/or directors."

From BBC

Then, a temporary waiver under former President Joe Biden’s administration allowed her to consolidate her debt.

From Salon