servant
Example Sentences
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Williams, a retired civil servant who is undergoing cancer treatment, considers her pension to be "fairly decent," but as the US cost of living has risen, she has had to dip into her savings.
From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026
The obscure law bans a person from soliciting or receiving nonpublic information from a public servant by means of their office or employment with the intent to obtain a benefit.
From Slate • Mar. 26, 2026
Ministers are also capping donations of British citizens living abroad at £100,000 annually, one of 17 recommendations made by former top civil servant Philip Rycroft.
From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026
Alberto Carvalho is a dedicated public servant committed to the students and families of the Los Angeles Unified School District,” the statement also said.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026
Gupta was walking over, still shadowed by his umbrella-bearing servant.
From "Tiger Boy" by Mitali Perkins
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