good citizen

Example Sentences

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It simply asks for a moment of thought — the quiet practice of being a good citizen of the table.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

Mr Quinn said he would like to be remembered as "a good citizen and a good businessman, and an honest man".

From BBC • Sep. 12, 2023

“I saw how people treated me by being la hija perfecta, the good student, good citizen and la niña buena,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2023

“I’ve been a good citizen, I’ve been a family man, I’ve taken care of my family for a very long time.”

From New York Times • Dec. 15, 2022

There I was again, being a good son, good boy, good citizen, assuring authority.

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee