lineman

Example Sentences

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“As the lineman would go down the street, bringing cable to the city, the people would run alongside their trucks, bang on his side, and say, ‘When can we have it?’

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

The Chargers also are bringing back offensive lineman Trey Pipkins III on a two-year, $10-million deal that includes an additional $2 million in potential incentives, according to multiple reports.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

Quarterback Jared Goff, running back Todd Gurley, defensive lineman Aaron Donald and cornerback Jalen Ramsey all made history with deals they signed as Rams.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 8, 2026

A former high-school football lineman and father of three, Morgan turned an early rejection—one sentence saying “no thanks”—from Chili’s into a three-decade restaurant career.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

May perform field lineman, switchboard operator, or other communication duties.

From "Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two" by Joseph Bruchac