servant

Example Sentences

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Retired senior civil servant Youssou Diallo told AFP he believed "will not be able to block government action... At most, he could slow it down."

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Peters was convicted on several charges including attempting to influence a public servant, violating her elections duty and conspiring to commit criminal impersonation.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Seymour made no apologies for selling himself as a public servant while simultaneously seeking more power.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

McSweeney denied reports he had sworn at the top civil servant at the Foreign Office while asking him to approve the appointment.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

“But he’ll be asleep,” the servant groggily objected.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood