second man
Britishnoun
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A photograph showed the second man caked in mud, his hands pressed together in prayer, as rescuers carried him on a stretcher.
From Barron's ● Sep. 4, 2026
If France wins its next two games, he’ll become the second man to coach two World Cup champions.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 13, 2026
Root received a standing ovation on only two as he became the second man after Indian great Sachin Tendulkar to reach 14,000 Test runs.
From BBC ● Jun. 20, 2026
The second man reported a five-day history of headaches, vomiting, light sensitivity, neck pain and confusion, according to the report.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 16, 2026
“What are you doing here?” the second man demanded.
From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz
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