captain

Example Sentences

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Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes firmly defended his character and achievements as he accused Roy Keane of telling a "lie" about his pursuit of the Premier League assists record.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

The family of the ship's captain, Ashish Kumar Singh, 38, from the eastern state of Bihar, is mourning his death.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

The captain questioned Brown’s handling of the takeoff and Brown responded in a way the captain alleged was threatening, according to National Transportation Safety Board documents.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

Losing their captain and principal scorer is bad enough but losing him for little or no money might be deemed insult added to injury.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

“It is the fault of the beets,” the captain said.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood