superintendent
Example Sentences
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Yuen told the jury that he retired as a superintendent in the Hong Kong Police Force at the age of 55, and moved to the UK to join his wife and children immediately.
From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026
Thurmond, the superintendent, called on the public to lobby Congress and the Trump administration “to return Joseph so he can continue his studies.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026
"Sorry to press you on this superintendent but you would have expected a call to be made," he said.
From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026
A superintendent assigned to the case gives George free rein to pursue his theories.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026
On the other hand, the superintendent and the assistant were town men.
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
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