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Examples of public servant in a Sentence
the new governor vowed that he would always remember why he was called a public servant and not the people's master
concerned that the new federal agency would just add another slew of public servants to the government payroll
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Others, however, held that term limits are wrong for Morgan Hill, saying the measure would needlessly remove dedicated public servants from office.
—Luis Melecio-Zambrano, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
In her time as a public servant, Rep. Lee became the first Black woman elected to the State Senate from Northern California, holding the distinction of the highest-ranking Black woman in Democratic leadership.
—Shamira Ibrahim, Essence, 5 Nov. 2024
The indomitable spirit of our communities, the philanthropic generosity of the nation, the selflessness of volunteers, the dedication of public servants and the innovation and resources of the private sector have all been instrumental to our collective resilience.
—Trevor Riggen, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Jonathan Becker, 24, was arrested on Oct. 26 and charged with impersonation of a public servant where the defendant poses as a law enforcement officer, and unlawful carrying of a handgun.
—Jade Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 29 Oct. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1671, in the meaning defined above
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“Public servant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/public%20servant. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
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public servant
noun
: a governmental official or employee
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