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lieutenant

[loo-ten-uhnt, lef-ten-uhnt] / luˈtɛn ənt, lɛfˈtɛn ənt /


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Interim charges are lists of issues that the lieutenant governor and speaker give to their respective chamber’s committees to study during the period between legislative sessions.

From Salon Jul. 31, 2026

An extradition agreement is in place between the UAE and Ireland and it was used to extradite Sean McGovern, a "senior lieutenant" in the organised crime group.

From BBC Jul. 30, 2026

He began as a lieutenant and rose through the ranks, shooting to nationwide fame during the war with Russia-backed separatists in 2014.

From Barron's Jul. 22, 2026

In the lawsuit, Tan described a Jan. 28, 2025, phone conversation in which a lieutenant allegedly told him: “Essentially, if I help you, I’m actually helping the family sue the Department.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 18, 2026

The lieutenant says, “Well, enjoy your breakfast. And your Sunday. Stay out of trouble. I’ll see you soon.”

From "The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle" by Leslie Connor

In 2024, the same union survey concluded that Barragan’s performance was “very good,” but said that his choices for lieutenants and sergeants “lack operational experience.”

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 4, 2026

While Matty Cash, Tyrone Mings and Emi Buendia started against Sociedad, many of Emery's trusted lieutenants were missing.

From BBC Jul. 28, 2026

He often delegates difficult conversations to trusted lieutenants.

From Salon Jul. 5, 2026

Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said the operation also killed several al-Mainuki lieutenants.

From The Wall Street Journal May 16, 2026

Oriana has a protective arm around Oak, one of Madoc’s lieutenants bending to speak with her.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black




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