john

Example Sentences

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The story goes that when Gen. John Kelly, the White House chief of staff, called Tillerson to warn the tweet was coming, the secretary was on the john.

From Salon • Apr. 23, 2026

It happened in 1986 when a sophomore running back named Russell White lifted the Celts to victory in the championship game over St. john Bosco.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 29, 2025

The reveal was met with laughs, smiles, and a comment of "it's John's john".

From BBC • Dec. 8, 2022

They also signed defensive back Buster Skrine and brought back outside linebacker john Simon.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 23, 2021

And of course it is crucial to visit the john right before the assembly.

From "The Misfits" by James Howe