lieutenant
lieutenants
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pluralof lieutenant.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Ellison, currently head of Paramount, will lead the new company alongside outgoing Mattel Chief Executive Ynon Kreiz and retain key lieutenants such as CBS News executive Bari Weiss.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026
Mohammed, also known as "KSM," was considered one of Al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden's top lieutenants before he was captured in March 2003 in Pakistan.
From Barron's ● Aug. 28, 2026
One of O'Neill's most trusted lieutenants, he's contracted until 2030 but reports have suggested a potential return to Spain, so just how important is he to Celtic?
From BBC ● Aug. 3, 2026
From what my lieutenants tell me, it’s being well-received, the numbers are good.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 14, 2026
“Here is my hope for the younger pilots,” Bull continued, eyeing the lieutenants and captains.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
