deserter

Example Sentences

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After six weeks, he ran out of money and moved in with another Russian deserter, Yevgeny.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 11, 2024

By declaring King a deserter, the Army would have to conclude that King left and intended to stay away permanently.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 19, 2023

He would automatically be declared a deserter after 30 days being AWOL, according to military regulations.

From Reuters • Aug. 4, 2023

As a deserter from the Ukrainian army, he would face 10 years in jail if he was caught.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2023

But I’ve told you, Jeth—a deserter caint go back.

From "Across Five Aprils" by Irene Hunt