townsman

Example Sentences

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It was claimed that townsmen wanted to spare Alice Bailey from testifying in court.

From Washington Post

He was watching television when he spotted his fellow townsman, Mr. Johnson.

From Washington Times

I don’t like the look of the townsmen hovering around the edge of the lot.

From Literature

Even today, two townsmen stand on either side of the opening, night and day, taking eight-hour shifts.

From Literature

An endless stream of friends, well-wishers, townsmen, Marines, the regulars at Hobie’s, and teachers of her four children came to the house to offer their condolences.

From Literature